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Do gestational diabetes babies go to NICU?
Do gestational diabetes babies go to NICU?
Do gestational diabetes babies go to NICU?
There's a chance that babies of GDM mother may have low blood sugar shortly after birth and hypoglycemic seizures etc which would need NICU monitoring.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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What are the best ways to research about diabetes?
The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) and other components of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) conduct and support research into many diseases and conditions.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Is blood sugar in the 180-220 range bad?
A blood sugar reading of more than 180 mg/dL or any reading above your target range is too high. A blood sugar reading of 300 mg/dL or more can be dangerous. If you have 2 readings in a row of 300 or more, call your doctor.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Why do children with diabetes face a high risk of eye damage?
Raised blood sugar can damage back of the eye - retina causing Diabetic retinopathy, which left untreated can lead to blindness. This makes children with Diabetes at high risk when compared to normal childern.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What are the best books for dealing with type 2 diabetes?
Foods with low GI are best options
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
