Patient's question:
Before I was pregnant, my blood sugar was a bit high, and now I'm 26 weeks pregnant. During the glucose tolerance test, I found that my blood sugar levels didn't meet the standards. I'm just worried that this situation might endanger the child, so I want to ask: How should gestational diabetes be treated to alleviate the symptoms?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to perform GDM screening between 24 and 28 weeks of pregnancy. Dissolve 50g of glucose powder in 200ml of water and consume it within 5 minutes. A blood glucose level of ≥7.8mmol/L one hour after ingestion indicates a positive glucose screening result. Fasting blood glucose should be carefully checked; abnormal fasting blood glucose can confirm a diagnosis of diabetes. If fasting blood glucose is normal, a glucose tolerance test (OGTT) should be conducted. Gestational diabetes is a gynecological disease that is prone to occur. During medication, women need to pay attention to their own care, especially in terms of hygiene. It is recommended that patients pay close attention to vaginal hygiene and maintain a light diet as the foundation. Finally, we wish female patients a speedy recovery!