Endocrine Abstracts

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Clinicians know that adolescence is a very difficult time to support young people in managing their diabetes. Studies, including the DCCT, consistently show that the average HbA1c of this age group is significantly higher than in any other age group. This talk aims to explore the possible reasons for this consistent finding and highlight how normal adolescent development can explain much of this variation. By understanding the young peoples’ needs, management plans can be...

Discussion/Conclusion: Sexual & reproductive health are important areas to be considered in the care of young people with Type 1 diabetes remembering that risk-taking behaviour is more common in those with chronic conditions. Education and advice about sexual health & contraception should be provided taking into account any background cultural and religious differences. Adolescent girls with diabetes should be aware of the importance of a planned pregnancy and that ovu...