Patient's question:
My friend has been feeling unwell recently and went to the hospital for a routine check-up. The doctor discovered that he has diabetes, so I'd like to understand more specifically what the symptoms of gestational diabetes are?Doctor's answer:
Most patients with gestational diabetes can return to normal glucose metabolism after delivery, but the risk of developing diabetes in the future will be increased. Dietary treatment is very important for pregnant women with gestational diabetes. It is essential to maintain normal blood glucose levels while ensuring the nutrition of both the mother and the baby. Oral hypoglycemic drugs are not suitable for pregnant women whose blood glucose cannot be controlled by dietary treatment. Insulin is the main treatment drug. During pregnancy, the levels of insulin-like substances in the mother's body will increase, such as placental prolactin, estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, etc. This will reduce the mother's sensitivity to insulin. To maintain normal glucose metabolism, it is necessary to additionally increase the supply of insulin.