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Gestational Diabetes

2025-01-29 11:19:53
Hello Doctor, I am 32 weeks pregnant.I have gestational  diabetes.I am taking metformin 1000mg twice daily from the 28 th week . Suddenly I loose 2 kg weight. Is it because of metformin? Does metformin effect baby's growth and development? Does it cause growth restriction?
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Answered2025-01-29 14:48:22

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If ultrasound is normal then nothing to worry

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No metformin only controls sugar levels Doesn't cause growth restriction Or weight loss Weight loss may b due to restricted sugar intake

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