Discussion in 'All Categories' started by vishakha - Mar 18th, 2013 12:23 pm. | |
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Hello doctor, I,vishakha is peragnent for last two months. My Glucose challenge test was 201. Then my doctor advised me for HBA1C test which was found 6.1%.Acc. to my doctor,I was not diabetic and nor it is gestational diabetes.I am worried as diabetes does effect the development of fetus especially during first trimester. Please guide. |
re: suffering from diabetes
by Dr J S Chowhan -
Mar 31st, 2013
9:34 am
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Dr J S Chowhan
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Dear Vishakha Women who have uncontrolled diabetes are at increased risk of complications in or during pregnancy, including increased risk of birth defects or occasionally fetal death. However you do not have very high sugar level ut you should take precautions as these risks can be minimized by planning pregnancy ahead with the help of your obstetrician and primary diabetes care provider physicial. Women who are pregnant with diabetes may have a few questions about how the pregnancy will affect their health and diabetes care. It is important to talk with your diabetes care provider and dietitian about your diabetes food menu during the first trimester of pregnancy. Most often, a lower carbohydrate, sugar restricted diet is normal for the diabetic, so there are no real changes during the first trimester of pregnancy and beyond. Please keep in mind that if you are having increased symptoms or severity of diabetes during the first trimester of pregnancy and subsequent trimesters, it is important to evaluate your diet with the help of a dietician to rule out hidden carbohydrates in your food. Please remain in touch with your OBG and maintain the normal blood sugar level. With regards J S Chowhan |