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Gestational

Overview

Gestational diabetes (GD) is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy in women who did not have diabetes before. It occurs when your body cannot produce enough insulin or use it effectively, leading to high blood sugar levels. This can harm both you and your baby if left untreated.

Causes

Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a condition characterized by high blood sugar levels that develop during pregnancy. It occurs when the body cannot produce enough insulin to meet the increased demands of pregnancy, leading to insulin resistance.

Several factors contribute to the development of gestational diabetes:

  • Hormonal changes
  • Increased insulin resistance
  • Genetic predisposition
  • Obesity or overweight
  • Age
  • Ethnicity
  • Previous history of gestational diabetes

    • Symptoms

    These symptoms can include:

  • Increased thirst (polydipsia)
  • Frequent urination (polyuria)
  • Fatigue
  • Increased hunger (polyphagia)
  • Blurred vision
  • Yeast infections

    • Treatment: Modern Medicine

    The two main types of medication used to treat gestational diabetes are insulin and oral medications.

  • Insulin
  • Oral medications

    • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

  • Herbal remedies
  • Dietary supplements

    • Caution

    For mothers:

  • Higher risk of preeclampsia
  • Increased risk of needing a cesarean section
  • Increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life
  • High blood pressure

    • For babies:

  • Large birth weight
  • Low blood sugar after birth
  • Increased risk of obesity and type 2 diabetes later in life

    • Prevention

  • Stress reduction techniques
  • Adequate sleep
  • Exercise regularly
  • Monitor blood sugar levels
  • Eat a balanced diet

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