About Diabetes

Gestational Diabetes

Gestational diabetes occurs when a woman first experiences higher than normal blood glucose levels during pregnancy. It develops if the body is unable to produce the larger amount of insulin that a pregnant woman requires.

It is extremely important to be tested 6-8 weeks after the baby is born to check if the diabetes has disappeared.

If a mother knows that they have gestational diabetes they should assume a health lifestyle; this will not only reduce the mother's risk of developing type 2 diabetes in the future, but also encourages the rest of the family to reduce their risk.

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