Type 1 Diabetes results from autoimmune destruction of insulin producing beta cells of the pancreas. On the other hand, type 2 diabetes is characterized by high blood glucose in the context of insulin resistance.
Gestational diabetes can be either Type 1 or 2 'the difference is it will go away soon after baby is born.
In gestational diabetes, the pancreas is not At Fault. Instead, the problem is in the placenta.
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gestational diabetes is what it's called
The gestational diabetes diet if for pregnant patients that are diagnosed with gestational diabetes. If you have gestational diabetes, your obstetrician will generally direct you with a nutritionist who will educate you on the proper diet for your condition.
If having diabetes in pregnancy, then the chances of having gestational diabetes in the next pregnancy is high as compared to other without gestational diabetes.But many who had gestational diabetes in one pregnancy had give up baby without gestational diabetes in their next pregnancy.
Gestational diabetes mellitus is a form of diabetes that occurs when a woman is pregnant. It often goes away after birth.
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Gestational diabetes is only found in pregnant women. However, general diabetes is not due to pregnancy. Only women are able to get gestational diabetes. http://www.healthscout.com/ency/68/203/main.html
Yes. Gestational diabetes is more common in those with a history of diabetes or a genetic propensity for diabetes. Gestational diabetes is diagnosed between week 24-28 after the glucose screening test.
A pregnant lady is tested for Gestational Diabetes in the third trimester.
Women with gestational diabetes are at risk for developing Type 2 diabetes after pregnancy. It is also common for gestational diabetes to occur in subsequent pregnancies. As always, maintaining a healthy diet and exercise plan can combat this risk.
Diabetes brought about by being pregnant.
Doctors typical test for gestational diabetes around week 24 to 28 of a woman's pregnancy. If you have a history of diabetes you may be tested earlier.