Sex

  • People sometimes forget that sex is a form of activity/exercise and that is will have similar effects on blood glucose levels to a short run for example.
  • Contraception e.g. condoms are really important in preventing sexually transmitted infections for everyone
  • Adding  a hormonal contraception for young women is just as important. Unplanned pregnancies can be very dangerous both to the baby and mother with diabetes.
  • Periods can also affect diabetes and so please don’t hesitate to ask if periods seem to be affecting the blood glucose levels
  • Free contraception is available – speak to your team for  details