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Accepted for/Published in: JMIR Formative Research

Date Submitted: Jul 31, 2025
Date Accepted: Feb 17, 2026

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Examining Experiences With Menstruation and Glycemic Variability: Content Analysis on Reddit

Lovett K, Nkunga B, Person H, Bhochhibhoya S

Examining Experiences With Menstruation and Glycemic Variability: Content Analysis on Reddit

JMIR Form Res 2026;10:e81641

DOI: 10.2196/81641

PMID: 41894403

Examining experiences with menstruation and glycemic variability: A content analysis on Reddit.

  • Kylie Lovett; 
  • Beatrice Nkunga; 
  • Haley Person; 
  • Shristi Bhochhibhoya

ABSTRACT

Reddit users discussing diabetes report glycemic variability during menstruation and often turn to technology and healthcare for support, yet persistent gaps in provider guidance and awareness highlight the critical need for integrated care and future research at the intersection of menstrual health and diabetes management.


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Please cite as:

Lovett K, Nkunga B, Person H, Bhochhibhoya S

Examining Experiences With Menstruation and Glycemic Variability: Content Analysis on Reddit

JMIR Form Res 2026;10:e81641

DOI: 10.2196/81641

PMID: 41894403

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