Teens

Search results

You searched for: diabetes-doctor

Definition: Pediatric Endocrinologist for Teens

A pediatric endocrinologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with diseases of the endocrine system, such as diabetes and growth disorders.
Your Diabetes Health Care Team for Teens

It takes all of your team members — you, your parents, doctors, dietitians, and mental health pros — to help you take care of your diabetes.
Carbohydrates and Diabetes for Teens

If you have diabetes, your doctor may have recommended keeping track of how many carbohydrates (carbs) you eat. But what exactly are carbs and how do they affect your blood sugar?
Handling Diabetes When You're Sick for Teens

Being sick is no fun for anyone. For people with diabetes, being sick can also affect blood sugar levels.
Taking Charge of Your Medical Care for Teens

Figuring out health care is part of becoming an independent adult. Here are tips for teens on what that involves, and how to choose your own doctor.
Sports, Exercise, and Diabetes for Teens

Teens with diabetes can exercise and play sports at the same level as everyone else, so whether you want to go for the gold or just go hiking in your hometown, diabetes shouldn't hold you back.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) for Teens

In polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), the ovaries produce higher than normal amounts of certain hormones, which can interfere with egg development and release. Learn how doctors diagnose and treat PCOS.
What Is Type 1 Diabetes? for Teens

Diabetes affects how the body uses glucose, a sugar that is the body's main source of fuel. In type 1 diabetes, glucose can't get into the body's cells where it's needed.
About Overweight and Obesity for Teens

We use the words "oveweight" and "obese" a lot, but they actually have medical meanings. Find out how doctors diagnose these conditions and what they mean for a person's health.
What Is Type 2 Diabetes? for Teens

Teens with type 2 diabetes have to pay close attention to what they eat and do.

A TeensHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.