Question 1

Why do they induce at 39 weeks with gestational diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes early delivery may be recommended because the baby is large.

Question 2

How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?

Accepted Answer

Fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more.

Question 3

Are figs good for a diabetic patients?

Accepted Answer

Figs are good in fibre content and when taken in moderation are good for diabetic patients. Avoid consuming huge amounts and also dried figs.

Question 4

Is one of the symptoms of diabetes an itchy back?

Accepted Answer

Itchy skin can be a sign of diabetes especially if other symptoms are also present and blood sugar levels are elevated from prolonged time.

Question 5

Treatments and management for your diabetes

Accepted Answer

Treatment is either tablets or insulin to control blood sugar levels along with life style modifications (Diet + exercise).

Question 6

Can you inherit type 2 diabetes from a type 1 parent?

Accepted Answer

Irrespective of type 1 or 2, Diabetes can be inherited and is linked to your family history and genetics but environmental factors also play a role. Not everyone with a family history of diabetes will get it, but you're more likely to develop it if a parent or sibling has it.

Why do they induce at 39 weeks with gestational diabetes?

Why do they induce at 39 weeks with gestational diabetes?

Related Questions

How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?

Are figs good for a diabetic patients?

Is one of the symptoms of diabetes an itchy back?

Treatments and management for your diabetes

Can you inherit type 2 diabetes from a type 1 parent?

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