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    Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy where a woman's body is unable to maintain normal blood glucose levels. GDM develops when pregnancy hormones make a woman's body less sensitive to insulin and unable to properly use glucose from food for energy. While some women show symptoms of high or low blood sugar, GDM is typically detected through routine screening tests between 24-28 weeks of gestation. Untreated GDM can lead to complications for both mother and baby like excessive fetal growth. However, after pregnancy many women's bodies return to normal insulin sensitivity and do not have diabetes long term.

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    Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy where a woman's body is unable to maintain normal blood glucose levels. GDM develops when pregnancy hormones make a woman's body less sensitive to insulin and unable to properly use glucose from food for energy. While some women show symptoms of high or low blood sugar, GDM is typically detected through routine screening tests between 24-28 weeks of gestation. Untreated GDM can lead to complications for both mother and baby like excessive fetal growth. However, after pregnancy many women's bodies return to normal insulin sensitivity and do not have diabetes long term.

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    Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is a form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy where a woman's body is unable to maintain normal blood glucose levels. GDM develops when pregnancy hormones make a woman's body less sensitive to insulin and unable to properly use glucose from food for energy. While some women show symptoms of high or low blood sugar, GDM is typically detected through routine screening tests between 24-28 weeks of gestation. Untreated GDM can lead to complications for both mother and baby like excessive fetal growth. However, after pregnancy many women's bodies return to normal insulin sensitivity and do not have diabetes long term.

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    Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)

    What is it?
    Gestational diabetes mellitus
    (GDM) is a form of diabetes that
    occurs during pregnancy. It
    occurs when your body is not
    able to maintain normal blood
    glucose levels.
    Blood glucose is your bodys
    main source of energy, which
    comes from eating carbohydrates,
    such grains, rice, and fruit.
    Insulin, which is a hormone your
    body produces, helps to deliver
    glucose to all areas of your body,
    such as your muscles and your
    brain.

    Why is this important?


    If your body is unable to use glucose for energy, it can build up in your blood, causing severe
    complications to you and your baby.

    How do I know if I have gestational diabetes?


    The IADPSG [International Association of Diabetes and Pregnancy Groups] suggests screening
    in all women at the first prenatal visit and a 75 g OGTT [oral glucose tolerance test] between the
    24th and 28th week of gestation in those not already diagnosed with overt diabetes or GDM by
    early testing. (Karagiannis, 2010)

    Are there any signs or symptoms of GDM?


    GDM can put you at risk for either hypoglycemia, which is low blood sugar, or hyperglycemia,
    which is high blood sugar. It is important to know what to expect, should you experience any of
    these two conditions.

    Are you experiencing nervousness, headache, weakness, irritability, hunger, blurred vision, or
    tingling of [the] mouth or extremities? (RN, 2013) These could be symptoms of low blood
    sugar.
    Are you experiencing thirst, nausea, abdominal pain, frequent urination, flushed dry skin, or
    fruity-smelling breath? (RN, 2013) These could be symptoms of high blood sugar.

    What causes GDM?


    When you are pregnant, different
    hormones in your body increase to
    ensure optimal growth for your
    baby. Sometimes, the effects of
    these hormones can have other,
    unintended effects.
    With GDM, your body still
    produces insulin, but it is not as
    effective at maintaining your blood
    sugar level as it was before
    pregnancy.

    Are there risk factors for developing GDM?


    While it isnt guaranteed that all moms will develop GDM, there are risk factors that are
    associated with it. These include:
    -Obesity
    -Aged 25 years and older
    -If someone in your family had or has diabetes.
    -Previous delivery of a child that was large or stillborn.

    How will GDM affect my baby?


    Blood sugar levels higher than normal will cause your baby to produce more insulin to
    metabolize the excess amount. Insulin is a hormone that will affect the growth of your baby.
    Uncontrolled high blood sugar levels during pregnancy can lead to a condition called
    macrosomia, which is excessive fetal growth. (RN, 2013)

    When your baby is born, it will be necessary to check their blood sugar levels at regular
    intervals. Your baby may be at risk for hypoglycemia, which is low blood sugar.

    Does this mean that I will have diabetes?


    No. Normally after birth, your bodys sensitivity to insulin will revert back to its pre-pregnancy
    level. If you decide to breastfeed, the milk you produce will utilize glucose from your body,
    which will decrease the amount of insulin your body will need to maintain a normal blood sugar
    level.
    Keep in mind, though, that some mothers do develop type 2 diabetes mellitus later in life. Type
    2 diabetes mellitus is similar to gestational diabetes mellitus, in that your body produces insulin,
    but is less sensitive to its effects.

    References
    http://www.diabetesinfo.org.au/webdata/images/Slide15.jpg
    http://www.babyresource.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/here-are-pregnancy-complicationsthat-make-a-woman-gain-more-weight.jpg
    Karagiannis, T., Bekiari, E., et.al. (2010). Gestational Diabetes: Why Screen and How to
    Diagnose. Retrieved from http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2943351/.
    Lowdermilk, D., Perry, S., & Cashion, K. (2014). Maternity Nursing. (8th ed.). Maryland
    Heights, MO: Mosby Elsevier.
    RN Maternal Newborn Nursing (9th ed.). (2013). Assessment Technologies Institute, LLC.

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