Gestational Diabetes
Alternate Names : Glucose Intolerance During Pregnancy
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Gestational Diabetes Prognosis (Expectations)
There is a slight increased risk of fetal and neonatal death with gestational diabetes, but this risk is lowered with effective treatment and surveillance of the mother and fetus. High blood glucose levels often resolve after delivery. However, women with gestational diabetes should be followed postpartum and at regular intervals to detect diabetes early.
Up to 30% to 40% of women with gestational diabetes develop overt diabetes mellitus within 5 to 10 years after delivery. The risk may be increased if obesity is present.
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