Gestational Diabetes ============= Gestational diabetes is defined as carbohydrate intolerance that is first recognized during the course of pregnancy. It occurs in 4% of all pregnancies and is considered as one of the most common metabolic disorders affecting pregnant women. The diabetes, which usually is diagnosed for the first time during pregnancy, may persist even after delivery. As a consequence of gestational diabetes, there is a very high blood sugar level. The severity of carbohydrate intolerance may vary in its severity in different individuals. Diabetes may occur due to an inadequate supply of insulin, required to metabolize sugar (Type I diabetes) or it may occur due to the improper usage of insulin (Type II diabetes). Gestational diabetes as mentioned previously is due to the action of hormones produced during pregnancy that blocks the action of insulin. This is known as insulin resistance.
Posted on: Sat, 03 Aug 2013 03:36:09 +0000
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