
Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes is glucose intolerance that begins during pregnancy. Hyperglycemia occurs because the placental hormones cause insulin resistance in the mother. The risk factors for gestational diabetes include: 25 years or older Overweight Family history of diabetes African, Hispanic, or Native American Previous baby 9lbs or greater Signs of gestational diabetes: Polyuria Polydipsia Polyphagia Diagnosis: Fasting glucose test greater 126 mg/dL (no calorie intake for 8 hrs) or 3 hour glucose tolerance test How gestational diabetes affects the baby: Born overweight Experience hypoglycemia after birth Treatment includes: Blood glucose monitoring […]
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