Definition
Some women already have diabetes before they get pregnant. When the disease develops during pregnancy, it is called gestational diabetes. It can be managed.
Topic Overview
Diabetes and Pregnancy
Some women already have diabetes before they get pregnant. When the disease develops during pregnancy, it is called gestational diabetes. It can be managed.
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Concept record
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
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- Maternal Child Health
- Topic Overview
- Gestational diabetes
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