gestational diabetes mellitus
Definition Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease caused by the inability of the pancreas to produce insulin or to use the insulin produced in the proper way. Diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death among Americans; over 15 million Americans ...
Gestational (or diabetes mellitus , GDM ) is a condition in which women without previously diagnosed diabetes exhibit high blood glucose levels during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes affects 3-10% of pregnancies, depending on the population studied. No specific cause has been identified, but it is believed that the hormones produced during pregnancy reduce a woman's sensitivity to insulin , resulting in high blood sugar levels.Definition · Epidemiology · Pathophysiology · Risk factors and symptomsGestational Mellitus American Diabetes Association. Abbreviations: GCT, glucose challenge test • GDM, gestational diabetes mellitus • IFG, impaired fasting glucose Clinical practice recommendations for gestational diabetes from the American Association. Includes detailed information