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Understanding Gestational Diabetes: Table of Contents

Information about diet, exercise, measurement of blood sugar levels, and general medical and obstetric care of women with Gestational Diabetes.

1. INTRODUCTION
• What is gestational diabetes and what causes it?
• Who is at risk for developing gestational diabetes and how is it detected?
• What can be done to reduce problems associated with gestational diabetes?
• How does gestational diabetes differ from other types of diabetes?
• How does gestational diabetes affect pregnancy and will it hurt my baby?
2. GLUCOSE MONITORING
• What is self blood glucose monitoring?
• How often and when should I test?
• Are there any other tests I should know about?
• When do I test for ket0; |  Top of Page