Managing Diabetes During Pregnancy: Essential Tips for Expecting Mothers
Pregnant women with diabetes Doctor, I am a pregnant woman, 5 months along. I previously had good blood sugar control, but recently my levels have exceeded 200. I am a pregnant woman with type 2 diabetes. What should I pay attention to during pregnancy? What should diabetic pregn...
Dr. Xie Yonghui Reply:
Dear Miss Xiao Qing, The control of blood sugar is extremely important for a pregnant woman, as it significantly affects the health of the fetus. The table below shows the relationship between the hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels in pregnant women during the first trimester and the...[Read More] Managing Diabetes During Pregnancy: Essential Tips for Expecting Mothers
Should I Take Medication for Diabetes? Exploring Treatment Options
Is medication necessary? I have been diagnosed with diabetes for a year and a half. During this time, my fasting blood sugar levels have ranged from 140 to 160 mg/dL, and my postprandial blood sugar levels have been between 180 and 200 mg/dL. My HbA1c levels are between 7.0% and ...
Dr. Yang Hongzhi Reply:
Generally, a hemoglobin A1c level below 7.0% is considered acceptable, while a level above 8.0% necessitates intervention. Since your level is currently between these two thresholds, you can try to enhance your diet and exercise as non-pharmacological treatments. However, if you ...[Read More] Should I Take Medication for Diabetes? Exploring Treatment Options
Can Women with Diabetes Safely Get Pregnant?
Can a person with diabetes become pregnant? Dear Dr. Huang, In April of this year, I was admitted to Tunghai University Hospital Wuchi Branch due to gallstones complicated by acute pancreatitis. Following the doctor's advice, I underwent a cholecystectomy and was discharged...
Dr. Huang Maosen Reply:
Hello! It is possible to become pregnant with diabetes; however, special attention must be paid to blood sugar control during pregnancy. According to the information you provided, your blood sugar control is not ideal. Hemoglobin A1c should be maintained below 7, fasting blood su...[Read More] Can Women with Diabetes Safely Get Pregnant?