Gestational Diabetes Clinic

Understanding Gestational Diabetes (GDM) – Pregnancy induced diabetes

Gestational diabetes is diabetes diagnosed for the first time during pregnancy (gestation). Women who have a family history of diabetes, obesity, hypertension, sedentary lifestyle are more prone to Gestational diabetes.

Management of GDM of patient already having diabetes should ideally begin before conception. 50% of women with GDM go on to develop type 2 diabetes within five years of pregnancy.

The traditional approach for GDM includes a combination of diet, exercise, intensive insulin management and home blood glucose monitoring. Our team modifies the treatments based on age, overall health and medical history of the patient. Our team continues to monitor you in the months after your delivery to watch for signs of type 2 diabetes and begin its treatment and care.

With improved blood sugar control, GDM is no longer a disease to be feared. Close follow-up and utmost care is needed to ensure a healthy outcome.

Our timings for GDM clinic: Wednesday