Glucose Tolerance test question??

Question

Hi all, I had my 2 hour glucose test yesterday and the results showed a slightly elevated fasting result and a high 1 hour result. But then after 2 hours the level dropped to normal range.
I am feeling so so so ill after eating anything at all and feel like I am cracking up now. My symptoms of palpitations, tiredness and weakness occur in the first 60-75 minutes after eating anything.
Whats wrong with me and what can they do for me?
Please help me out I am at breaking point now.
Thanks. I have to go to see specialist midwife next tuesday because of the 1 hour result being so high. I am 28 weeks pregnant.

Answer 1

10 years ago, with my 4th pregnancy, I was diagnosed with Gestional Diabetes. About 3 weeks ago I was diagnosed with Glucose Intolerance also known as pre-diabetes. The risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes increases in women who have had Gestational Diabetes. I have been to a Diabetes Education class this week. I think I know what is happening with how you feel 60-75 minutes after eating. Fast heartbeat, weakness, fatique, irritable, and feeling anxious are all symptoms of Hypoglycemia, which is low blood glucose. Too little food, too much insulin, too much extra activity are all things that can bring on Hypoglycemia. When you eat a meal, try cutting the amount of carbohydrates you eat in 1/2 and add more protein, non-starchy vegetables, and water. Carbohydrate sources are breads, grain, cereals, pasta, rice, fruit/fruit juice, milk/yogurt, starchy vegetables - corn, potato, green peas, legumes/dry beans, sweets, and starchy snacks. Do NOT cut these out of your diet completely as they are necessary for energy and proper fat metabolism. You can control Gestational Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes with managed diet and exercise. It does require a special diet and regular blood testing with a blood glucose monitor. The upside to Gestational Diabetes is that after your baby is born, it will normally go away. Both you and your baby will be tested in the hospital to be sure your blood glucose numbers are fine. Don't be scared, just learn all you can from reliable sources such as your doctor, your midwife, your diabetes educator, and your dietician. ADDED: Just to give you accurate information, symptoms of Hyperglycemia or high blood glucose are extreme thirst, frequent urination, dry skin, hunger, blurred vision, drowsiness, and decreased healing. High blood glucose is caused by too much food, too little insulin, illness or stress.

Answer 2

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Answer 3

Hello. I had the same thing with my 3 hour test. My fasting was too high, the one hour was too high but the two and three hour were fine. I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I test my blood 4 times a day and watch how many carbs I eat. It sucks but it will help with a healthy baby so... You do what you have to do. This is what they did for me... they may do the same for you too... I met with a dietitian who taught me how to use my meter and what foods to watch for. I test my blood and see my doctor. From there she looks at my numbers and decides if I need any additional help (pills/insulin) or if diet is controlling it. Watch the starchy foods (bread, potatoes, pasta) and it should keep your blood sugar more level and help with the ill feelings. That is exactly how I was feeling until I started watching my carbs. Now I feel much better. Hope this helps.

Answer 4

For the 1 hour test, the first time I was not told anything. So, I ate toast with some jam on it, not thinking about how it would effect my results. When the doctor got the results, they were a bit high. Because the jam had sugar in it. The results were not that high, so the doctor decided just to do the one hour test again. This time, I was told to go ahead and eat breakfast. But, just make sure it was something with very low sugar in it. I went ahead and ate an egg sandwich. The results were totally normal. If you go in for the 3 hour test, they will ask you to fast for that one. So...I would just make sure you eat something that is low on the sugar content. The test should give you an accurate result.

Answer 5

I had the exact same thing happen in all 4 of my pregnancies. I flunked the 1 hour test and had to go for the long one at he hospital. I passed by one point so I was given a diagnosis of "borderline". Once I got strated on the diet plan, all of those symptoms stopped. Call your doc and let them know you want to get the other test out of the way so you can feel better.

Answer 6

You probably have gestational diabetes (GD) and they will work with you on what to eat and how much of each thing. I had GD for 2 of my 3 babies. I was able to manage my sugar and have regular deliveries with no after affects on the babies.

The thing to watch or count is carbohydrates. If you have GD and eat too many carbohydrates it can cause your blood sugar to go quite high and then you can get the shakes, tired, weak, or nauseous.

Every 15 grams of carbohydrates counts as 1 'carb'. My meal plan was set as the following:
Breakfast - 1 carb, protein (no milk or juice)
1 slice of toast or 1 toaster waffle and eggs/omelet
Snack - 2 carbs, protein
8 oz milk (carb and protein), piece of fruit (carb), and if I was still hungry cheese or nuts
Lunch - 4 carbs, protein, veggies
sandwich (2 slices of bread 2 carbs), 1 sm bag chips (1 carb), piece of fruit (1 carb), salad or cut veggies
Snack - 2 carbs, protein
granola bar and cheese or nuts
Dinner - 4 carbs, protein, veggies
chicken breast, 1c noodles (2 carbs), dinner roll (1 carb), salad, veggies (corn or peas count as a carb)
Night Snack - 2 carbs, protein
cereal and milk or ice cream sandwich

I had no limits on protein or fats so I could snack on lunchmeats and cheese and nuts whenever I wanted. It's not hard to do once you get use to it; it's just a pain measuring stuff.

As crazy as it sounds I had trouble finishing all of what I was suppose to eat. If you want more info just email me [e-mail].

Take care you'll do great.

Answer 7

I felt ill for nearly a week after my GTT. Drink as much water as you can to flush all that sugar out and go see your doctor if you still feel horrible. If you have any of the following: Hypertension,Swelling or Edema, Proteinuria, Sudden Weight Gain, Headache, Nausea or Vomiting changes in Vision Racing pulse, mental confusion, heightened anxiety, trouble catching your breath, Stomach or Right Shoulder Pain, Lower back pain, Hyperreflexia, call your maternity hospital and get checked out immediately.

Answer 8

My sister had similar results on her glucose tests with both of her kids. It turned out that she had gestational diabetes. All she had to do was alter her diet and check her blood routinely with her first, but with her second child she had to take medicine because it was worse. I wouldn't worry. There's lots they can do and sometimes it's just a nutritional adjustment. I will be going for this soon and I don't look forward to it. =-( Good Luck!!!!

Answer 9

Sounds like you may have gestational diabetes - just talk to your midwife and follow her advise on diet etc.
In the meantime, eat smaller, well balanced meals and really limit all foods with high sugar or starch.

Answer 10

im 28 weeks as well. my baby is due on the 8th of june. anyway i just had my test yesterday. i don't know the results of mine yet but try not to worry about yours. everything will be fine. just do as they tell you to do. they will give you a special diet to follow. try to keep your chin up. your almost through this. the baby will be here before you know it.