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gestational diabetes testing
Has any one that is due in July, taken the glucose test yet? I was seeing weird lights in my eyes so they sent me for an eary glucose test. It was really high - 147 and it's suppose to be below 130. Now I have to go for another timed glucose test that will take about 4 hours. Has anyone done this yet? Has any one had gestational diabetes before? I have had 2 children before, last one 12 years ago... and I didn't have this. UGH.. Just worried about a really restricted diet... :(
I feel the same way about bouncing concerns off of everybody on here. I think I'd be quite a bit more nuerotic if I hadn't lol. But I don't have maternity insurance so I have to go through the state and I have literally a handful of doctors to choose from. I cannot wait for my next baby and being able to choose whatever doctor or midwife suits me best. Stupid insurance companies. Lol all the OB's in IL are leaving and moving into IN to practice because malpractice insurance is so high in IL. So whoever is left here either has to have reeeally good insurance or get stuff on the bottom of the barrel. Poo. I'm afraid that my OB is gonna miss something important because she's in too much of a rush.
I went through the 1 hour test for both of my last pregnancies and expect they will schedule one for this pregnancy at my 20 week appt. AFP done in a couple of weeks...AIDS test was done at 12 weeks...NY requires all get that done...
My second baby was over 9 lbs...so they tested her at birth for diabetes, too.
Atia - I love my midwife, too. Had a friend who urged me to go to a dr. for this pregnancy after my last loss. I couldn't do it...the OB's IN THIS area have a track record of never listening to their patients. My midwife gave me her cell number so I can text or call with even the silliest concerns=) (I think I've only called/texted her once, but still nice to have that option!) The other concerns I "bounce" off of all of you here....you all usually bring me back to the planet and make me feel better=)
My second baby was over 9 lbs...so they tested her at birth for diabetes, too.
Atia - I love my midwife, too. Had a friend who urged me to go to a dr. for this pregnancy after my last loss. I couldn't do it...the OB's IN THIS area have a track record of never listening to their patients. My midwife gave me her cell number so I can text or call with even the silliest concerns=) (I think I've only called/texted her once, but still nice to have that option!) The other concerns I "bounce" off of all of you here....you all usually bring me back to the planet and make me feel better=)
I actually was never asked to do the glucose test with either of my other children so this time around will be a first for me. I didnt know about the liability reasons now but that makes total sense. Im not even sure what to expect with it but Im hoping I pass it! I see the dr next when I am 22 weeks so maybe then?
I had that experience with the first OB I went to, and then I switched to a midwife, who I feels like takes much more time to answer my questions.
My midwife said everyone has the glucose test, regardless of risk factors. She also left it up to me what kind of testing I wanted or didn't want. I really like that, because I feel like I'm somewhat in control.
My midwife said everyone has the glucose test, regardless of risk factors. She also left it up to me what kind of testing I wanted or didn't want. I really like that, because I feel like I'm somewhat in control.
That's what I mean, my OB barely let's me get 1 question in and then she waves it off. I'll be 20 weeks saturday and no one has mentioned any testing at all. They usually do the doppler, but even so I feel him/her kicking all the time too so I'm not worried about that. I haven't gotten measured once either. I think doctors these days are getting waaay to complacent! I want to sit down and ask my doctor all the questions I have, but she's in so much of a rush I can't and she doesn't encourage me to ask questions either. She was in such a rush last time that I nearly hyperventilated when she checked my lungs..you know "deep breath, deep breath, deep breath.." Lol funny but not lol
they do tests for everyone now for liability reasons. They have not said anything to me about the testing either, thank god cuz they will not be happy when I don't get the sugar test as they were not happy I did nto get the AFP test either. They do them around 24 weeks I think and will scedule it at that appointment. They are differnet now with ob visits! They have not measured me for over a month! They never even listen to the heartbeat last visit! I have heard this about alot of dr lately! But i feel him move all the time so I know he is alive and well:) I will be talking to my high risk dr about it Monday though.
Around 18-20 weeks they test for AFP, aids, and something else, then the sugar at 24 weeks. They shoudl check urine for sugar and protien, measure you, and check hearttones every visit. Well that is what they used to do.
Around 18-20 weeks they test for AFP, aids, and something else, then the sugar at 24 weeks. They shoudl check urine for sugar and protien, measure you, and check hearttones every visit. Well that is what they used to do.
Do they always do testing? Because my OB hasn't said anything about doing any testing at all. I mean is that normal? Usually there would be some talk of some testing, right? I'm 21, this is my first child, I'm healthy and was very very active until I had problems in my first trimester. Now I still haven't gotten an all clear for working out from my OB. I am kinda heavy, not obese or anything, but I'm not a size 2 lol. What tests might I be getting? I have read all the baby books, but they all talk about people over 35..do they do testing for people under 35?
I was told they do it between 24-28 weeks. I just had my 20 week appt, and I'll have the glucose test at my next OB appointment.
I just researched this the other day and I think that you should get it if you have had it before and are having signs but from what I read it is not accurate as it should be.
Supposedly if you do a finger ***** test right after eating then and hour later it is more accurate. So you are checking it as your body metabolizes real food and not straight sugar. THere are lots of false highs with the glucose test. Midwifes and other countries do the finger stick and it costs less and they get better readings. I will be doing this as I have a tester from ahving low blood sugar in the psat from meds i was on for a couple months (birth control!)
I also know that if you do the finger test it should not be over 128 first thing in the morning. There are also not many things they can give you if you have it but diet and exercise unless it is real bad then the benifits outweigh the risks.
Supposedly if you do a finger ***** test right after eating then and hour later it is more accurate. So you are checking it as your body metabolizes real food and not straight sugar. THere are lots of false highs with the glucose test. Midwifes and other countries do the finger stick and it costs less and they get better readings. I will be doing this as I have a tester from ahving low blood sugar in the psat from meds i was on for a couple months (birth control!)
I also know that if you do the finger test it should not be over 128 first thing in the morning. There are also not many things they can give you if you have it but diet and exercise unless it is real bad then the benifits outweigh the risks.
with my first i had the test around 28 weeks so i'm assuming it'll be the same for this one
I had to take a 3 hour test today. UGH! They just tested me eary because I have some of the syptoms early. I guess it's better to find out early, than late. I will get the results Monday. Oh goody!
I had the test with both of my first two pregnancies and will have again with this one...I think around 20-25 weeks. I have never had bad numbers, but a friend of mine did have gestational diabetes. It's just a low carb (fewer white starches), very little sugar and they ask that you walk A LOT. Good luck with your next test. Did you fast before your last test...I believe you are supposed to....
Good luck!
Good luck!
No usually they do that at 20 weeks along. I have never had it before either but I know that with watching your diet all should be fine. I think they will give you a tester to to check your sugar at home. Take care and let us know how you are doing!!
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