Patient's question:
What causes gestational diabetes?Doctor's answer:
Hello, the incidence of gestational diabetes is increasing. With changes in lifestyle, the incidence of type 2 diabetes is also rising and showing a trend toward younger ages. Additionally, many pregnant women eat a lot and consume refined foods while engaging in little physical activity, which is a significant factor or cause of gestational diabetes.Suggestions: The specific factors or causes during pregnancy include elevated levels of hormones that antagonize insulin, along with endocrine changes, which all affect glucose metabolism. Particularly when a pregnant woman has insufficient pancreatic function reserves or reduced insulin secretion, gestational diabetes will occur.