Diabetes During Pregnancy- 3576 Questions Answered

Hi am 7weeks pregnant now but I got to know I have sugar level high .. and my hba1c is exact 6 .. hence can u explain about this? Is it pregnancy diabetes or pre pregnancy diabetes ?

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Dr. Rakesh ParikhGeneral Physician | Jaipur

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By the latest definition of GDM this falls under pre pregnancy diabetes if your sugar levels are high for pregnancy. GDM appears only in 2nd or 3rd trimester of diabetes. The hyperglycemia during thi ... Read More

Hello, I wanted to know if pregnancy in type 2 diabetes is safe for both mother and child or not if blood sugar levels are well under control with anti-diabetic pills. Are there any chances for the child to be suffering from diabetes or any malfunctions?

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Dr. Animesh GuptaDiabetologist | Patna

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Well, pregnancy is safe in type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. Only thing is that, once u become pregnant, u have to switch it over to insulin or metformin therapy. ... Read More

HI,My sister is pregnant since 2months , recently tested blood sugar,she has random 240 and HBA1C is 8%, Never diagnosed with diabetes before,Is this any thing because of pregnancy or not,will this cured after birth. Please suggest.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 532 Views v

Dr. Komal Bhandari TotlaDiabetologist | Solapur

2 months..means mostly she had Diabetes before pregnancy.Consult urgently and bring sugars down..so that baby is healthy and fine.Less likely it will go after childbirth ... Read More

Hi Madam/Sir, I have done my urine pregnancy test and it was positive and my gynaecologist advised blood tests and i was diagnosed with diabetes. My HBA1C was 7.8 and what has to be done further?? Please suggest

Asked for Female, 27 Years 517 Views v

Dr. SomnathGeneral Physician | Hyderabad

Keep FBS around 100mg. Preferably use insulin to control blood sugar. ... Read More

What are the normal target sugar levels for diabetes during pregnancy. Our diabetologist told us < 95 fasting and < 135/140 pp 2 hours. Pls confirm

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Dr. Pendekanti MalleswariObstetrician | Bangalore

Those are fine levels,maintaine same. ... Read More

My wife was diagnosed with diabetes 17 years ago during pregnancy. She is becoming very weak. At this time, he is taking regular 3 doses of Human Mixstard and Human actraprid Insulin. The amount of insulin is 8-10-8. plz sugget

Asked for Female, 36 Years 115 Views v

Dr. Sudeep Putta ManoharInternal Medicine | Bangalore

Consult an endocrinologist or Diabetologist for evaluation ... Read More

Hi. My husband and I got our blood test done on 20th of April and had blood glucose levels as high as 350/550, fasting /PP. We check fasting glucose every Sunday. Today it was below 110 for both of us. We are having Glycomet GP 1mg pills We both have been married for 18 months now. I wanted to know will diabetes affect my pregnancy and the healt

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Asked for Female, 27 Years 233 Views v

Dr. Shubhada KulkarniGynecologist/Obstetrician | Mumbai

Diabetes does affect pregnancy . You have to do frequent blood test and need medicines Throughout pregnancy , may be inj . Insulin if not controlled with oral medicines. ... Read More

I had diabetes before I was pregnant. Now that I am pregnant, how often should I monitor my BG levels? -

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Dr. Raja SelvarajanDiabetologist | Bangalore

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I am sure that your Gynaecologist, would have appraised to have your Hba1c < 6.5 prior to conception as its very important , so as to avoid maternal and foetal complications. If in case its well co ... Read More

Just got the result of my diabetes, will you please advice me for further treatments. Do I want me to take tablet or insulin

Asked for Female, 30 Years 225 Views v

Dr. Rakesh ParikhGeneral Physician | Jaipur

Diabetes in pregnancy is very delicate situation. The sugar levels need to be very tightly controlled with fasting less than 90 and 1 hr PP less than 140. Treatment is either diet alone or insulin. Or ... Read More

I have a general query. I have been detected with diabetes since last year. So my family is wanting some suggestion on being pregnant with diabetes. Is that risky? What should I do then as I have not done any operations after my first child.

Asked for Female, 38 Years 111 Views v

Dr. Kalpana S. TibdewalGynecologist/Obstetrician | Hyderabad

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Pregnancy with diabetes is risky.... U have to control it strictly throughout the pregnancy... ... Read More

My father aged 60 years having diabetes since last 20 years Presently taking ozomet pg 2 in morning before breakfast and zukonorm 50/500 before lunch and istamet 100/1000 at night but his sugar increased in winter upto 300 post meal 300 sugar is on the higher side Mostly his sugars are on the higher side sometime it is ok This time in winter hi

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Dr. Anuj MothsraGeneral Physician | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

My husband has diabetes from 3 years and he is taking tablets but still its not reducing. I understand there should be diet changes and physically activities but due to office work and stress he is not able to do it. His sugar after food is more than 300 . What can i do pls help

Asked for Female, 28 Years 70 Views v

Dr. Zohaib AdnanEndocrinologist | Kolkata

Post-meal sugar >300 mg/dL means his diabetes is poorly controlled. Tablets alone may not be enough now. Stress, irregular meals, lack of activity, wrong diet, missed doses, or inadequate drug dose ca ... Read More

Hello doctor , i am 27 years, having pcos I am having gestational diabetes i detect when I am 8th month of pregnancy I am feeling very nervous ..is it very risk Can u pls answer ...

Asked for Female, 27 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Soofia JamalGynecologist/Obstetrician | New Delhi

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Heyy Yeah diabetes in pregnancy is high risk but we have to control the Blood sugar as it’s almost your completion time so don’t worry we’ll manage it together. Continue diabetic diet, avoid junk ... Read More

Hi,I have more food cravings...I am in pre diabetes stage..can I use medicine now? Is it compulsory?

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Dr. Pavan YamaliAyurveda | Vizianagaram

“Don’t take it without direct doctor’s consent. In pre-diabetic patients, sugar levels can sometimes fall while using certain medications, but ayurveda medicine can help you ... Read More

Taking olanzapine from Feb 25 symptoms of diabetes from 01 july diagnosed with dka and diabetes 03 October Before 01 July weight was 87kg. 03 October weight was 75.6kg 30 October 80.7kg Now 79.6kg As per 06 oct 2025 Blood test Report - 1. c peptide 0.33 ng/ml, 2. hba1c 14%, 3. negative gad65, means not type 1 diabetes 4. beta cell function

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Dr. Richa GargGeneral Physician | Noida

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I am suffering from diabetes since last 25 years.My fbs is 150 and ppbs is 127 What r the ideal tablets

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Dr. Manoj Kumar GuptaGeneral Physician | Greater Noida

Continue with medication you are already taking and monitor your blood sugar levels. Have a dietary control. Get HBA1C done . Review with local diabetologist for proper medication. ... Read More

I had gestational diabetes, and I had a miscarriage 7 months ago. It was an IVF pregnancy. Since then, my blood sugar has not returned completely to normal. I was taking Metformin. For the past 3 months, without any medication, my fasting glucose has been around 101–102 mg/dl, and my 2-hour post-meal readings have been between 120–145 m

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Asked for Female, 35 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Prateeksha B SObstetrician | Bangalore

You can stop the tablet for a while and continue with diabetic diet and healthy life style and repeat the test after 2-3 weeks. ... Read More

I am 32 weeks pregnant. What is the Normal range for sugar- Fasting and after 2 hours of meal? And at what sugar level insulin is recommended? My hba1c is 5.1

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Dr. Manoj Kumar GuptaGeneral Physician | Greater Noida

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Normal range PP 90-100 and PP 110-140 ... Read More

I had gestational diabetes, and I had a miscarriage 7 months ago. It was an IVF pregnancy. Since then, my blood sugar has not returned completely to normal. I was taking Metformin. For the past 3 months, without any medication, my fasting glucose has been around 101–102 mg/dl, and my 2-hour post-meal readings have been between 120–145 m

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Asked for Female, 35 Years 73 Views v

Dr Pankaj KumarGeneral Physician | Delhi

This looks like a case of persistent impaired glucose tolerance after gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes can sometimes unmask a tendency toward type 2 diabetes. Even after pregnancy ends, som ... Read More

My mother was diagnosed with high BP, blood sugar and diabetes (165 mg/dL) Is Horlicks Diabetes plus good for her ?.

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Dr. Manoj Kumar GuptaGeneral Physician | Greater Noida

No ... Read More

Hii doctor i was diagnosed with gestational diabetes at 30th week of pregnancy since then iam on medication taking( sugatab 500mg )post lunch everyday. But fasting sugar readings are always normal. But post lunch & dinner sometimes it shows normal range & sometimes it shows high range like (150 - 180). So my gynecologist suggested me to mee

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Asked for Female, 33 Years 123 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar GuptaGeneral Physician | Greater Noida

Yes since you are near term switch to insulin till delivery and then post delivery depending on sugar levels switch to oral and also get dietician guidance ... Read More

Am a diabetic patient since last 4 yr,recently i did my c-pepetide(r) test it was 2.92 ng/ml after few days i did insulin (fasting)test also it was 1.8 uu/ml . Why its happpens c peptide is normal range but insulin production is very low. Which type of diabetes I have??

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Dr. Nimmi MulwaniGeneral Physician | Ahmedabad

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What is your weight? Family history? You need to give few more details for evaluation. ... Read More

Hi I have hba1c 6.2 pre diabetes i am taking cantharis and lycopodium for uti and ibs digestion issues Need medicine which i can take with cantharis and lycopodium for prediabetes And dosage no of days x frequency x how many drops aday and time

Asked for Male, 39 Years 56 Views v

Dr. Himani NegiHomoeopath | Chennai

Hi Practo user A homoeopathic treatment will give you best results naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance Or click on the calling option over my profile ... Read More

I have a diabetes from 3 years and I I have started to test sugar level from past 2 years my hba1c level always below 5 ,ffbs 100 ppbs below 140.. so I have stopped medicines from 3 months by the opinion of doctor and after 3 months I had a test my sugar level again my hba1c level 4:90 ,average is 88..and random blood sugar 157 and urine sugar pres

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Asked for Female, 32 Years 37 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar GuptaGeneral Physician | Greater Noida

Continue diabetes medication as prescribed by doctor and do not leave medication. Control sugar level with diet and medication ... Read More

Any medicine needed for.pre diabetes ..lot of antibiotics antifungal and anti allergic medicine can cause disturbance in body leading.to.diabetes

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Dr. Manoj Kumar GuptaGeneral Physician | Greater Noida

No Medicine required for pre diabetic patients. Ensure dietary guidelines and exercise ... Read More

I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes during my pregnancy. Took tablets for tat. Post delivery it went back to normal.again after 1.5 years after my delivery my HBA1C level is 6.5. I'm still breat feeding my kid. Can this be reversed without medicines?

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Dr. Manoj Kumar GuptaGeneral Physician | Greater Noida

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Yes it can with diet and exercise ... Read More

What dieting you should do if u have Gestational Diabetes and what foods should be strictly avoided during Gestational Diabetes?

Asked for Female, 23 Years 132 Views v

Ms. Trupti PadhiDietitian/Nutritionist | Bhubaneswar

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Good evening pls connect through the app directly. ... Read More

Hello doctor My sugar levels post lunch is 195 can you suggest me how to reverse insulin resistance.I am using metformin 500bmg sr can you suggest me to get reverse of diabetes due to this my skin gets darker at the neck and other parts please suggest me .

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Dr. Chaithra HGeneral Physician | Bangalore

Brisk walk 30 minutes per day. Diabetic diet Avoid oily and junk foods ... Read More

My wife is 33 weeks pregnant. She has been detected with gestational diabetes in 26th Week GTT. With restrictions in diet and Glycomet SR 500 twice a day, her FBS level is around 99 and post meal comes around 150. HBA1c level 5.56. We have already visited endocrinologist and following her suggested diet/routine, sugar monitoring and Glycomet SR 50

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Asked for Female, 30 Years 220 Views v

Dr. K SupriyaGynecologist | Bhilai

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Sir/Mam , My father has type 2 diabetes for 5 years, Currently he is taking himalaya diabecon DS tablets for past 3 years, his current diabetes report is, Fasting -160 Pp- 190 Age- 58 Sex- Male Current B. P - 160/98(medication -Amlokind 2.5) Kindly, suggest a suitable medication for him that has least side effects with more benefits... Thank yo

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Dr. Gaurav JaiswalGeneral Physician | Jhansi

Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Fiber meal Do connect and consult ... Read More

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Hi am 7weeks pregnant now but I got to know I have sugar level high .. and my hba1c is exact 6 .. hence can u explain about this? Is it pregnancy diabetes or pre pregnancy diabetes ?

Hello, I wanted to know if pregnancy in type 2 diabetes is safe for both mother and child or not if blood sugar levels are well under control with anti-diabetic pills. Are there any chances for the child to be suffering from diabetes or any malfunctions?

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HI,My sister is pregnant since 2months , recently tested blood sugar,she has random 240 and HBA1C is 8%, Never diagnosed with diabetes before,Is this any thing because of pregnancy or not,will this cured after birth. Please suggest.

Hi Madam/Sir, I have done my urine pregnancy test and it was positive and my gynaecologist advised blood tests and i was diagnosed with diabetes. My HBA1C was 7.8 and what has to be done further?? Please suggest

What are the normal target sugar levels for diabetes during pregnancy. Our diabetologist told us < 95 fasting and < 135/140 pp 2 hours. Pls confirm

My wife was diagnosed with diabetes 17 years ago during pregnancy. She is becoming very weak. At this time, he is taking regular 3 doses of Human Mixstard and Human actraprid Insulin. The amount of insulin is 8-10-8. plz sugget

I had diabetes before I was pregnant. Now that I am pregnant, how often should I monitor my BG levels? -

Just got the result of my diabetes, will you please advice me for further treatments. Do I want me to take tablet or insulin

I have a general query. I have been detected with diabetes since last year. So my family is wanting some suggestion on being pregnant with diabetes. Is that risky? What should I do then as I have not done any operations after my first child.

My husband has diabetes from 3 years and he is taking tablets but still its not reducing. I understand there should be diet changes and physically activities but due to office work and stress he is not able to do it. His sugar after food is more than 300 . What can i do pls help

Hello doctor , i am 27 years, having pcos I am having gestational diabetes i detect when I am 8th month of pregnancy I am feeling very nervous ..is it very risk Can u pls answer ...

Hi,I have more food cravings...I am in pre diabetes stage..can I use medicine now? Is it compulsory?

I am suffering from diabetes since last 25 years.My fbs is 150 and ppbs is 127 What r the ideal tablets

I am 32 weeks pregnant. What is the Normal range for sugar- Fasting and after 2 hours of meal? And at what sugar level insulin is recommended? My hba1c is 5.1

My mother was diagnosed with high BP, blood sugar and diabetes (165 mg/dL) Is Horlicks Diabetes plus good for her ?.

Am a diabetic patient since last 4 yr,recently i did my c-pepetide(r) test it was 2.92 ng/ml after few days i did insulin (fasting)test also it was 1.8 uu/ml . Why its happpens c peptide is normal range but insulin production is very low. Which type of diabetes I have??

Hi I have hba1c 6.2 pre diabetes i am taking cantharis and lycopodium for uti and ibs digestion issues Need medicine which i can take with cantharis and lycopodium for prediabetes And dosage no of days x frequency x how many drops aday and time

Any medicine needed for.pre diabetes ..lot of antibiotics antifungal and anti allergic medicine can cause disturbance in body leading.to.diabetes

I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes during my pregnancy. Took tablets for tat. Post delivery it went back to normal.again after 1.5 years after my delivery my HBA1C level is 6.5. I'm still breat feeding my kid. Can this be reversed without medicines?

What dieting you should do if u have Gestational Diabetes and what foods should be strictly avoided during Gestational Diabetes?

Hello doctor My sugar levels post lunch is 195 can you suggest me how to reverse insulin resistance.I am using metformin 500bmg sr can you suggest me to get reverse of diabetes due to this my skin gets darker at the neck and other parts please suggest me .

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