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Some mothers suffer from high blood sugar after giving birth, which causes a disturbing set of symptoms, according to Dr. Ahmed Anwar, internal medicine and diabetes consultant.
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Anwar said that high blood sugar after birth is a warning sign of the mother’s continued gestational diabetes, noting that its symptoms include:
– frequent urination.
– Extreme thirst.
– Feeling tired.
– Blurred vision.
– Vaginitis.
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The internal medicine consultant explained that gestational diabetes usually disappears after birth, but it may persist in some mothers due to the following:
– Obesity.
– Following an unhealthy diet during pregnancy.
– Eat foods with a high glycemic index during pregnancy.
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According to the Every Day Health website, the mother becomes more vulnerable to the continuation of gestational diabetes after birth if she has a family history of diabetes.
The medical website revealed: “If the mother does not quickly control gestational diabetes after giving birth, she will become vulnerable to type 2 diabetes and depression, in addition to the difficulties she will face during breastfeeding, as a result of decreased breast milk production.”
For more details about the continuation of gestational diabetes after childbirth, click here.
Anwar pointed out that it is easy to prevent the continuation of gestational diabetes after childbirth by the mother following some instructions, most notably:
– Follow a healthy diet rich in fiber, protein, iron and calcium.
– Regular exercise daily.
– Avoid sugary foods and drinks.
– Stay away from baked goods.
– Get enough sleep every night.
– Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
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2023-11-06 17:47:24
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