Gestational diabetes refers to a condition where non-diabetic women who are pregnant develop high blood sugar. Gestational diabetes affects round two to four percent of pregnant women and their unborn baby. However, 90 percent of the cases, gestational diabetes resolves after the baby's birth.
How can you tell if you have gestational diabetes during pregnancy? In general, this condition produces no symptoms although some pregnant women with gestational diabetes may experience a few symptoms:
• Extreme fatigue
• Excessive thirst
• Frequent urination
If you experience these symptoms you should visit your doctor, who can confirm this condition with a blood test. The blood tests are given between 24 to 28 weeks into pregnancy.
Ttreatment options are available for women with gestational diabetes. A healthy lifestyle and diet will contribute enough to control blood sugar levels. This doesn't mean you have to make drastic changes to your lifestyle but take time to rest, sleep and exercise regularly. Also, consult your doctor regularly about your condition, and if the gestational diabetes worsens, your doctor may recommend that you use insulin injections.
• What Cause Diabetes?
• Type 1 Diabetes
• Type 2 Diabetes
• Diabetes Insipidus
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