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What is a glucose tolerance test?

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What is a glucose tolerance test?

The glucose tolerance test is a lab test to check how your body stores sugar from the blood into tissues like muscle and fat.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How to lower my gestational diabetes naturally?

Start walking everyday and most importantly consult with a doctor who may tell you about the foods to consume and foods to avoid.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What happens if my glucose is high during pregnancy?

High blood glucose levels during pregnancy can also increase the chance that your baby will be born too early, weigh too much, or have breathing problems or low blood glucose right after birth. It can also induce still births in pregnant woman. Hence, speak with a doctor if glucose is high.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How high is too high gestational diabetes?

A blood glucose level 200mg/dl or more is high and should be shown to a doctor immediately so that it does not affect the growing fetus.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What if I have a 114 fasting sugar level? Is it considered normal?

Yes, it is normal.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How is a glucose level of 64 mg/dl for a pregnant woman?

It indicates slightly low blood sugar levels

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