A condition where the body is unable to regulate blood sugar levels efficiently during pregnancy. It can affect fetal growth and lead to complications if untreated.
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)
Diagnosis
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
Fasting and postprandial glucose levels
Treatment
Customized dietary plans
Glucose monitoring
Insulin therapy, if required
Regular fetal growth monitoring
When to See a Doctor
Elevated sugar readings
Uncontrolled weight gain or recurrent infections during pregnancy
