[header] How to know if you have diabetes [title] Assess your risk for gestational diabetes. [step] Gestational diabetes occurs in women who are pregnant. If you're at higher risk, you may be tested during your first prenatal visit and then again in the second trimester.
[header] How to know if you have diabetes [title] Assess your risk for gestational diabetes. [step] Gestational diabetes occurs in women who are pregnant. If you're at higher risk, you may be tested during your first prenatal visit and then again in the second trimester.
Women who are pregnant are at greater risk of bleeding. [substeps] Women with this risk should consult an oncologist before using any hormone supplements or medications. During pregnancy you should be monitored closely for the following signs of gestational diabetes : [substeps] Inability to eat and to exercise frequently increase blood sugar levels. Limited sleep if you feel ill during pregnancy. Women at low risk will be tested in the second trimester, between weeks 24 and 28. Women who experience gestational diabetes have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes within ten years after the birth of their child. Before becoming pregnant, consult your doctor about what sorts of screening your doctor might suggest. [substeps] Prenatal screening is when you have a doctor do a series of routine blood tests.