In this Oct. 24, 2012, photo, passengers are scanned at a Terminal C security checkpoint at Logan Airport in Boston using a millimeter wave body scanner.
But, in young children who use very small amounts of insulin, the extra insulin could cause a drop in blood sugar levels. Parents who are aware of this potential can monitor their children more carefully while flying to avoid unexpectedly low blood sugar levels.
In addition, the sensitivity of continuous glucose monitors may be affected by changes in air cabin pressure, with extra pressure possibly causing lower readings.
The authors of the editorial said that more research is needed to determine exactly how much insulin delivery and continuous glucose monitor readings are affected by air cabin pressure.
More information
Read more about traveling with diabetes from the U.S. Transportation Security Administration.
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