Diabetes (GDM) is a form of glucose intolerance that develops during pregnancy. Although it is usually considered a temporary complication that is resolved after delivery, GDM carries significant health risks for both the mother and the unborn baby. Also Read What is type 5 diabetes, a condition affecting 25 million worldwide?
In an interview with ht lifestyle, Dr. Shubhashree Patil, Diabetologist and Physician, Diabetes & Wellness Clinic, Mumbai Said, “Oofen undiagnosed or Underestimated, GDM ACTS A Silent Threat, Exaceting Condition And Cardiovascular Issues, which may ultimately lead to fatal outcomes.
Risk Factors Pregnancy:
The doctor noted that down in reaching the age of the mother, obesity, or overweight during pregnancy, family history, pre -history of the GDM or macrosomy and polycystic ovarian syndrome as risk factors that can cause diabetes.
Pathophysiological exposure to gestational diabetes:
“GDM stems from insulin resistance from the hormones placenta, consisting of the metabolic stress of the mother. If uncontrolled, it leads to hyperglycemia, contributing to endothelial dysfunction, hypertension and enhancement of inflammation markers,” the doctor added. Also Read Your diabetes can harm your kidney. That’s how to stop it
How is GDM related to mother’s mortality?
Tips for the Mother’s Waiting:
- Early examination in women at high risk (first trimester).
- Lifestyle interventions: diet counseling and physical activity.
- If necessary, the use of oral hypoglycemia or insulin.
- Close monitoring during delivery and postpartum period.
- Observation of type 2 diabetes is continuing after pregnancy.
“Although GDM is often silent and short-lived, its consequences may be deadly. Early diagnosis, purposeful interventions and postnatal assistance are important for stopping mortality from the mother associated with this prevented condition,” said Dr. Shubhash.
Note for readers: This article is intended only for information purposes rather than to replace professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of a doctor with any medical issues.
