Patient's question:
My cousin doesn't really like sweet foods either, and she's just a bit on the heavier side. During her 26th week of pregnancy, she was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. However, she strictly followed her doctor's advice throughout the pregnancy and managed it well. The baby is now safely and healthily born, and now my cousin is very concerned whether her diabetes will be cured after the child's birth.Doctor's answer:
Hello, whether gestational diabetes can be cured after giving birth depends on the specific condition of the pregnant woman. Most women can return to normal glucose tolerance after delivery, but a portion may develop permanent diabetes. A diabetes diet should include adequate amounts of plant-based dietary fiber such as wheat bran, corn bran, pumpkin powder, and alginic acid. For mild cases, long-term consumption can help control the condition and improve the results of glucose tolerance tests. With proper prenatal care, gestational diabetes can be completely cured.