Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops only during pregnancy, affecting how your body uses insulin.
During pregnancy, the placenta produces hormones that help the baby grow. However, some of these hormones like (hPL) and cortisol also make it harder for insulin to work properly.
Why is it Important to Manage Gestational Diabetes?
If left untreated, gestational diabetes can lead to complications for both the mother and baby.
Warning Signs of Gestational Diabetes
-Extreme Thirst-Frequent Urination-Fatigue and Extreme -Tiredness-Blurred Vision
Many of these symptoms such as fatigue, thirst, and frequent urination are also typical pregnancy symptoms. That's why routine blood sugar testing is so important.
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