Patient's question:
At 13 weeks of pregnancy, can I get gestational diabetes? Previous treatment history and effectiveness: Hello, what are your symptoms? Can you do a glucose screening test at the hospital now?Doctor's answer:
Gestational diabetes refers to a condition where a person who has never had diabetes before develops high blood sugar levels during pregnancy. Its incidence rate is approximately 1% to 3%. The screening method involves drinking 50 grams of sugar solution between the 24th and 28th week of pregnancy, and then testing blood sugar levels one hour later. If the blood sugar level is below the standard, further testing with a 100-gram glucose tolerance test is required. If a doctor diagnoses the patient with gestational diabetes, the first step is to consult a nutritionist for dietary guidance, adopt a proper eating pattern, and engage in adequate physical activity. In very few cases, the above methods may not effectively control blood sugar levels, and in such situations, insulin therapy may be necessary. This can prevent complications such as macrosomia (large baby) and ensure a smooth delivery.