im nearly 23 weeks pergnant and have been told that i might have diabeties ive been given a machine to monitor

Question

been given a machine to monitor my self the reading of it keeps going up and down some times b4 i eat its 4.3 or 5.0 or 3.3.after are eaten an hour later i test my self it goes to 7.0 or 8.0 or 8.1 ive been put on a diet plan but still its going above the normal rate the hopital have said.they said i might have to go on insulin and i really dont want to go on that.what shalli do?considering the test keep going up and down?

Answer 1

Gestational diabetes develops due to the added stress on your body due to the pregnancy, and will go away after the baby is born. In the meantime, it is very important you do whatever is needed to keep the blood sugar levels within normal limits, even if that means using insulin. The high sugar levels damage your kidneys, and will cause the baby to gain too much weight prior to birth- adding complications for safe delivery for you both. Exercise can help, along with the diet, in helping you maintain normal blood sugar levels. You need to speak with the doctor before starting to be sure there are no other problems which would make it dangerous for you, but usually a moderate level of exercise like walking is encouraged. I don't know what type of diet you were given, or how easy it is for you to follow, but that is probably the most crucial part for you to control. You will need to follow the diet conscienciously for the entire pregnancy. Pay close attention to any packaged or convenience foods you are eating or using, many of them actually contain sugar- just not always labeled as such. Corn syrup, corn syrup solids, any chemical name containing -ose in the name is a type of sugar, as well as the obvious table sugar, fruit sugars, and honey, molasses, and golden syrup. You need to check labels very carefully and watch the carbohydrate grams- that's where the sugar levels reveal themselves, in the carbo grams. Basically, you will follow a low carbohydrate diet. And you will be surprised at what all you discover sugars in, even places you never suspected, like catsup and mayonnaise, and salad dressings. When diabetics have problems, it's usually something like these that are the culprits. It's not the sugar you see that gets you- it's what is hidden in the labels. If you are having trouble with the diet, talk with the dietician. If you want ideas of how to design a diet or menu, search the web for gestational diabetes diets and menus- lots of sites for moms and babies have them.
I don't know if the doctors told you, but developing gestational diabetes puts you at higher risk for developing Type 2 diabetes later in life. So even after the baby arrives and the problem goes away, you still need to keep periodic tabs on your blood sugar levels throughout your life. You need to be careful to follow a sensible diet and exercise plan, and maintain a proper weight to lower your risk as much as possible. You will also likely develop gestational diabetes in future pregnancys, not always, but most likely. If you do need insulin to control the blood sugar levels, frightening as the prospect is, it is the best thing for you and the baby. Uncontrolled diabetes can kill both of you, or leave you in a permanent coma.
The baby is likely to get quite large early on, and most doctors will monitor the babys size very carefully. Usually doctors will induce at any point after 38 weeks, for the safety of you both. They can induce earlier if it becomes higher risk for you to continue or the baby becomes stressed. You need to have the doctor explain this all to you clearly, and discuss it all well beforehand, so you will know and understand, and can make any arrangements you want to make.
Gestational diabetes is not the worst complication of pregnancy, and if you work to control yours there is no reason to expect anything other than a healthy baby and mother in another 15-16 weeks. Do what you need to do to stay healthy and have a healthy baby. Good luck, and best wishes

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Answer 3

Gestational diabetes is diabetes associated with pregnancy. Blood sugar is monitored to determine if diet will work. However, if it fails, then insulin is given. It is the only medication for diabetes that is safe for pregnant patients because it doesnt affect the fetus or the baby compared to the OHA or Oral Hypoglycemic Agents or the tablets. If the doctor says that you need insulin. You have to inject it not for you only but also for the baby. You have to bear it temporarily or the baby will suffer the consequences. Babies of diabetic mothers are usually bigger than those whose mothers are not diabetic. Your baby shouldnt be that big or macrosomic since it is at risk of being delivered by Cesarian Delivery. After delivery, blood sugar usually goes to normal, however, if it is still persistent then you will take some medications later on!
Anyway, you are already halfway through pregnancy. The whole of pregnancy is more or less computed at 40 weeks age of gestation.
Have you been seen by a nutitionist, then if not, you might be needing a referral!

Answer 4

Sorry - you really aren't to blame for this so there's not really anything you can do to change it. It is normal for your blood sugar to increase after a meal, but your dr will want to make sure it's not going too high and risking your baby's health. I know that if I became pregnant, my baby would be at highest risk from my diabetes during the first few days of pregnancy, so at least you don't need to worry about that :)

My understanding is that diabetes that you get during pregnancy is like type 1 diabetes (where your pancreas stops producing insulin, usually diagnosed when people are children) - it is not caused by poor diet as type 2 (the more common type of diabetes that people get when they're older), so you really don't need to feel guilty or anything like that. On the down side of that, if you need to go on insulin you need to go on it - it's daunting at first but hopefully you'll have good support from the hospital; and don't worry, injections really aren't as bad as you think! If you're needle-phobic, ask for a pen-mate - this covers the needle and inserts it automatically in the same way that your finger pricker for your blood meter works.

I've met a few people who developed diabetes in pregnancy and all speak amazingly well about how well they coped with it. As I understand it, it often goes away after pregnancy - so stay possitive!!! Keep your dr informed of your blood sugars - I'm sure the health of your baby will be enough to give you the courage to start on insulin if you need to.

Check out Diabetes UK's website - they've got a section on diabetes during pregnancy - www.diabetes.org.uk.

Good luck xxx

Answer 5

Type 2 diabetes is often aggravated by pregnancy. Glucometer readings within the range 4.0 - 8.0, would not excite a lot of interest from doctors in ordinary circumstances - however in pregnancy the concern is to prevent any compromise to the foetus. The aim to is to stabilise glycaemic control at <6.0 mmols - and insulin is the drug of choice because it is the only one which does not cross the placenta.
If it is decided you must have insulin - normally given by 'sub-cut' injection (a tiny needle/syringe) - take charge of the situation yourself. Ask to be shown how to administer it yourself - you'll feel better for that. It can be self-administered with one hand by injecting into the soft area just above your elbow joint, and will cause only a mild sting, if that.
Good luck, honey, wish you well with the baby.
('Creamcheese' x)

Answer 6

My wife got gestational diabetes during both of her pregnancies. The one thing the Doctor emphasized was to take short walks after every meal as well as putting her on a special diet. It has been about four years since so I can't remember the specifics of the diet but my wife found it fairly easy to follow, the walks really helped burn off some of the sugars and the diabetes went away after she gave birth. Double check with your doctor about what kind of activity levels you can safely maintain and then try to keep active. It will help your body keep your sugar levels down in the normal range.

Answer 7

Gestational diabetes- diabetes during pregnancy is a common problem. It doesnt mean you will have diabetes when not pregnant but it raises your risk. For the time being it is important to control your blood sugar for the good of your baby. The readings you have given are not very abnormal and there is no need to be concerned.

Answer 8

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Answer 9

you have gestational diabetes - probably will go away after the birth of the little one
please follow what your dietician is trying to help you with your food choices - strictly - and you may not have to take insulin shots

also study on the glycemic index of foods - some are low - some are high like potatoes and bread - the high ones take you up fast! try to stay to the low and medium.

best of luck (Diabetes 2 for three years)

Answer 10

The whooshing sound is your placenta. At 12 weeks, you'll be able to desire to place the doppler in the direction of your abdomen, slightly above your knicker line. attempt shifting it up and down very slowly. you just about certainly gets the toddler's heartbeat. I have been given one at 12 weeks and heard heartbeat despite the fact that it took me some trys. Now i'm 27 weeks and could get it particularly actual.