My OB doctor says I have developed diabetes of pregnancy. Is that common, and why did I get it?
Diabetes developed during pregnancy is called gestational diabetes, and it is common. It occurs in about 5% of all pregnancies. You are at risk for gestational diabetes if diabetes runs in your family, if you become pregnant after the age of 30, or if you are overweight. All women should be screened for gestational diabetes between the 24th and 28th week of pregnancy.
Expert: Mercy Family Health Partners
To learn more about gestational diabetes, watch this video from VideoMD.com.
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