Pregnancy is a very delicate time for a woman. Women have to go through many challenges in 9 months. Many types of changes occur in the body. Hormonal changes occur. Sometimes these changes also give rise to disease. One of those diseases is gestational diabetes. What is gestational diabetes? What are its causes and prevention tips? Know everything in detail from experts. Information about this is being given by Dr Nancy Nagpal Consultant Gynecologist SalubritasMedcentre, South Ex -II
What is Gestational Diabetes?
The diabetes that women suffer during pregnancy is known as gestational diabetes. It is no different from diabetes. In this disease, the blood sugar level of women increases significantly. The body is not able to use insulin. We also know this as insulin resistance.
Why does gestational diabetes occur?
According to experts, this problem can occur due to hormonal changes. Apart from this, genetic factor is also responsible. If someone in your family already has diabetes, then the pregnant woman may develop diabetes during pregnancy. Women who consume too much sugar, potatoes, flour and carbohydrate-rich foods during pregnancy also remain at risk of diabetes. Not exercising during pregnancy, being overweight and doing everything while sitting can also cause diabetes.
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Disadvantages of gestational diabetes
- Having gestational diabetes increases the chances of cesarean delivery.
- There remains a risk of premature delivery. This means pre-term delivery can occur.
- There is a higher risk of obesity and diabetes in children in the future.
- The child may be born overweight.
- The baby's blood sugar level may be very low at the time of birth.
How to protect
- Follow healthy lifestyle
- Get blood tests done from time to time during pregnancy
- If you are overweight, then women should plan pregnancy by losing weight.
- Keep yourself active during pregnancy.
- reduce sugar intake
- Follow low-calorie diet
- Include fruits, vegetables and whole grains in your diet.
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