{"id":4020,"date":"2019-09-25T17:47:28","date_gmt":"2019-09-25T12:17:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/?p=4020"},"modified":"2024-06-28T11:47:07","modified_gmt":"2024-06-28T06:17:07","slug":"contraception-for-women-with-diabetes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/","title":{"rendered":"International Women&#8217;s Day: Contraception For Women With Diabetes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Women_with_Diabetes_Types_of_Contraception\" title=\"Women with Diabetes: Types of Contraception\">Women with Diabetes: Types of Contraception<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Different_Types_of_Contraceptives_Advantages_Disadvantages\" title=\"Different Types of Contraceptives: Advantages &amp; Disadvantages\">Different Types of Contraceptives: Advantages &amp; Disadvantages<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Oral_Contraceptive_Pill\" title=\"Oral Contraceptive Pill\">Oral Contraceptive Pill<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Condoms\" title=\"Condoms\">Condoms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Intrauterine_contraception\" title=\"Intrauterine contraception\">Intrauterine contraception<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Implant\" title=\"Implant\">Implant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Depot_injections\" title=\"Depot injections\">Depot injections<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Effect_of_Contraceptives_on_Women_with_Diabetes\" title=\"Effect of Contraceptives on Women with Diabetes\">Effect of Contraceptives on Women with Diabetes<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Contraceptive_pills\" title=\"Contraceptive pills\">Contraceptive pills<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Intrauterine_contraception-2\" title=\"Intrauterine contraception\">Intrauterine contraception<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Implants\" title=\"Implants\">Implants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Depot_injections-2\" title=\"Depot injections\">Depot injections<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/contraception-for-women-with-diabetes\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>In today&#8217;s world, where people are dealing with chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer, It&#8217;s critical to draw attention to the association of women&#8217;s health concerns as we celebrate International Women&#8217;s Day. Among these concerns, there lies a critical challenge, which is contraception for women with diabetes. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that causes higher levels of blood sugar levels. Although men and women both have diabetes in roughly equal numbers, women with diabetes face an additional issue, i.e., the risk of unintended pregnancy. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F4020\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, diabetes is the most common condition that can cause complications in pregnancy. To reduce the chance of a potentially risky, unintended pregnancy, a reliable method of contraception for women is really important until you plan to become pregnant.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contraception allows you to have a safe sexual life and enables you to choose whether you want to have a baby or not. However, it is important to remember that contraceptives do not protect you from sexually transmitted infections.&nbsp;Since there are various contraceptive choices available, on this International Women&#8217;s Day, we will tell you all about the challenges of contraception and its solutions. Hence, read on!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-skin-care-for-women-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Diabetes Skin Care for Women: Everything You Need to Know\">Diabetes Skin Care for Women: Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Women_with_Diabetes_Types_of_Contraception\"><\/span>Women with Diabetes: Types of Contraception <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women with diabetes must speak to their diabetes educator, along with their doctor, to understand the best contraceptive method for them. You may still try a few of them before finalising what is right for you. Here are a few types of contraceptives for you to choose from<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined oral contraceptive pill&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progestin-only contraceptive pill<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Condoms (male and female)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IUD (hormonal and copper)<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaginal ring<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jadelle contraceptive implant&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency Contraceptive pill<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depo Provera injection&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Different_Types_of_Contraceptives_Advantages_Disadvantages\"><\/span>Different Types of Contraceptives: Advantages &amp; Disadvantages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All types of contraceptives have their sets of advantages and disadvantages. Moreover, each type of contraception has a varied effect on sugar levels. The following talks about the different types of contraceptives for women with diabetes, along with their challenges and solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oral_Contraceptive_Pill\"><\/span>Oral Contraceptive Pill<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birth control pills fall under two categories:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined oral contraceptive pill&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progestin-only contraceptive pill&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The combined oral contraceptive pill contains both estrogen and progestin, whereas the latter only contains progestin. It is generally recommended to go for the combined oral pill to control irregular bleeding. Moreover, this also helps in reducing menstrual pain altogether. The progestin-only pill is recommended for women with diabetes who have problems with estrogen or are breastfeeding.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><b>Benefits<\/b><\/td><td><b>Drawbacks<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps with menstrual pain<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be taken on a daily basis<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Controls irregular bleeding<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It might not work if you are suffering from vomiting<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Often helps in acne problems<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Might not work if you are suffering from vomiting<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/understanding-diabetes-and-periods\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Understanding Diabetes and Periods<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Condoms\"><\/span>Condoms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Condoms are the easiest, most convenient, and immediate form of contraception that helps you with birth control. It also helps you in protecting your body from sexually transmitted diseases. They are readily available in supermarkets or even online and can be used by both men and women.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although condoms are advised at all times, it is not the best form of contraceptive method when it comes to birth control. As per studies, 18 in every 100 women are likely to get pregnant with a male condom, whereas 21 in every 100 women with female condoms.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nevertheless, if you are someone who has a sexually active life with multiple partners, it is always advisable to use condoms.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><b>Benefits<\/b><\/td><td><b>Drawbacks<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easily available and convenient<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not the best form of birth control method<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prevents you from STDs and STIs<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intrauterine_contraception\"><\/span>Intrauterine contraception<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intrauterine contraception involves the process of using a small IUD device that is placed inside the uterus. The IUD device is available in two forms:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copper IUD<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hormonal IUD (levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-menstruation-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Diabetes and Menstruation \u2013 Everything you need to know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hormonal IUD is made out of flexible plastic with a nylon string attached to it. An IUD device placed inside a womb can last for 5-10 years. In fact, this type of birth control method allows you to sit and relax as they are one of the most reliable forms of contraceptives. Moreover, this process is reversible and allows the body to return to fertility by simply taking out the device.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><b>Benefits<\/b><\/td><td><b>Drawbacks<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A highly effective form of birth control<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be inserted inside the uterus<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A long-term solution for preventing pregnancy<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Copper UID bit is <\/span>recommended for<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> women with heavy bleeding as it increases the amount of vaginal bleeding<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No requirement to remind anything on a daily basis<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slightly risky to get a pelvic infection during insertion<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reversible in nature \u2013 once the UID device is taken out, fertility is back to normal<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although least likely, the uterus can push out the UID device<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implant\"><\/span>Implant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implanting is a process that involves implanting the hormone progestogen into the skin using local anaesthesia. One of the best benefits of an implant is that it can be reversed if someone suffers from side effects. Moreover, this form of birth control is known to be very effective in nature.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><b>Benefits<\/b><\/td><td><b>Drawbacks<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A highly reliable, inexpensive, and effective form of birth control<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Must be inserted and removed by a trained doctor, nurse, or midwife<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A long-term solution for preventing pregnancy that lasts up to 3 years<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can affect your menstrual cycle with significant changes in bleeding pattern<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easily reversible with no effect on fertility<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This method can also completely stop periods completely<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Depot_injections\"><\/span>Depot injections<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depot injections contain the hormone progestogen to be given every 12 weeks at a very high dose. In fact, this form of birth control has been indicated to be very reliable and effective. Moreover, depot injections are known to help reduce pain and work even in diarrhoea or vomiting conditions.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><b>Benefits<\/b><\/td><td><b>Drawbacks<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A highly reliable, inexpensive, and effective form of birth control<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Irreversible in nature and can take months to wear off the effect<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helps in reducing or completely stopping the pain<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective even during vomiting diarrhoea<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective even during vomiting diarrhea<\/span><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Might lose bone density after injecting<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effect_of_Contraceptives_on_Women_with_Diabetes\"><\/span>Effect of Contraceptives on Women with Diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Effect of Contraceptives on Women with Diabetes\" class=\"wp-image-26828\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives-420x236.webp 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives-840x473.webp 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives-1130x636.webp 1130w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives-150x84.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Different-Types-of-Contraceptives.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that we understand the benefits and drawbacks of the common birth control methods let us know their effect on Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contraceptive_pills\"><\/span>Contraceptive pills<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Women with diabetes need to think twice before taking a contraceptive pill for birth control. Studies have indicated a rise in sugar levels due to estrogen. Estrogen is known to increase insulin resistance in the body. Moreover, diabetic women who take pills for more than two years are likely to have the following complications<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kidney disease<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eye disease<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nerve disorder<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Intrauterine_contraception-2\"><\/span>Intrauterine contraception<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intrauterine contraception has been indicated to have a rare effect on sugar levels. Copper intrauterine devices (IUDs) are a safe and reliable contraceptive option for women with diabetes. They did not show any effect on Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes. However, the impact of levonorgestrel-releasing IUDs has not been established.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nevertheless, it has been indicated that intrauterine contraception is one of the safest forms of contraceptives for people with diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-women-prevention-and-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"International Women\u2019s Day 2024: Diabetes Prevention And Care\">International Women\u2019s Day 2024: Diabetes Prevention And Care<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Implants\"><\/span>Implants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to recent studies, contraceptive implants are likely to prevent blood clots in women with diabetes. They are considered one of the safest forms of contraceptives. This form of contraception steadily releases the hormone progestogen. Therefore, it reduces the greater risks for diabetics, such as heart attacks or strokes. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Depot_injections-2\"><\/span>Depot injections<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since this form of contraception involves a high dosage of progestin to be inserted, there are higher chances of fluctuation in sugar levels, especially in type 2 diabetics. Moreover, studies have shown depot injections to increase cholesterol levels when used as a contraceptive.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-pregnancy-everything-you-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">Diabetes and Pregnancy: Everything You Need to Know<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On this Women\u2019s Day, let\u2019s spread the word and make diabetic women aware of the research-based information and autonomy to make decisions regarding their reproductive health and diabetes. Additionally, by choosing the right contraceptive methods, diabetes women may have access to comprehensive care that supports their overall well-being and reproductive autonomy. <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The safest course of action in all the methods of contraception is to consult your diabetes educator along with your doctor. On International Women&#8217;s Day, let us pledge to be aware of all contraceptives and how they affect women&#8217;s sugar levels.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Disclaimer:&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>The content of this article is compiled information from generic and public sources. It is in no way a substitute, suggestion, or advice for a qualified medical opinion. Always consult a specialist or your own doctor for more information. BeatoApp does not claim responsibility for this information .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/diabetes-doctors\/dr-navneet-diabetologist-general-medicine-specialist-gwalior?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=english_Blog&amp;utm_campaign=DrNav\"><em>Dr. Navneet Agarwal<\/em><\/a><em> is an established and highly skilled Diabetology with over 25 years of experience in Diabetology &amp; Obesity. He is well-regarded for his quality and patient-centered diabetes care. 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