Diabetes and HBC

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Hi there! I’m a type 1 diabetic (with no diabetic related complications) who is interested in getting on HBC in the next few months. I wanted to know if there was anyone here who is also diabetic and on HBC, and what their experience with it is. I’ve been researching different types and I know that estrogen can have an effect on raising blood sugar levels (as I’ve seen in my numbers before and during my period), but I wouldn’t think it would be too much of a problem. However, I’ve seen more than one type of HBC come with a warning for diabetes, such as the NuvaRing, so I’m wondering if there’s more to the precaution than it appears. I was specifically looking at the NuvaRing or a monophasic pill. Also, I’m looking to go to my gynecologist for this but should I go to my endocrinologist instead? My general doctor directed me to my GYN, but I’ve seen some websites say that you should consult your endo instead. I have a ridiculous amount of doctors so it gets confusing. Thanks for any advice you can offer!

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Re: diabetes and HBC

[entwinedenigma.livejournal.com]

I'm also on "Diane" for your own reference.