New research scheduled for presentation at the European Association for the Study of Diabetes annual meeting in Milan indicates that sexual activity is safe for adults with type 1 diabetes. The study relied on continuous glucose monitoring devices to track glucose levels during intercourse, providing a real-world look at a topic that is often overlooked in diabetes care.
According to the researchers, the findings offer reassurance to patients and clinicians. While the study was small, its use of CGM data gives a detailed picture of glucose behaviour during sexual activity, and the results suggest that concerns about dangerous highs or lows may be unfounded.
Because the work has not yet been peer-reviewed and is being presented at a conference, these conclusions should be considered preliminary. Still, the study highlights the value of CGM in exploring everyday situations that can affect diabetes management.