In what way can gestational diabetes hurt a baby?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Raised blood sugar may increase the risk of early labor and delivery before the due date. Sometimes early delivery may be recommended because the baby is large.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've got a 12cm fibroid in my uterus, and Im really worried about having to go through surgery. Are there any medicines or other treatments out there that could help shrink it instead?

yes there are medicines to reduce size and symptoms

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I've missed my period by 6 days and I'm experiencing all the symptoms but still no period, and I've got a lot of aches and pains. What should I do?

take medicine

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Can I still play badminton while I'm on my period? My period is already late, and now Im dealing with some back and abdominal pain. Should I be worried about playing sports with these symptoms?

Yes you can play it will not delay your periods but it might increase your back pain due to sternous activity

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