Gestational Diabetes

Overview Affects 5-10% of pregnancies. Incidence varies between nutritional and genetic factors. Risk of GDM increases with age. Women born in Southern Asia are at particularly higher risk. 50% change of mother to develop Type II Diabetes later in life. Pregnancy Physiology Aetiology & Risk Factors Risk Factors Previous GDM Increase BMI Maternal age >40yo Family … Continue reading Gestational Diabetes