DM in pregnancy NVA Atim

NIWAMANYIRE VICTOR, ATIM EMILY FAITH

Diabetes in pregnancy is a significant concern, encompassing pre-existing Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, as well as Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM). GDM is defined by specific blood glucose thresholds during pregnancy. The condition poses risks to both the mother, including increased rates of pre-eclampsia, infection, and operative delivery, and the fetus, with potential complications like macrosomia, congenital malformations, and neonatal issues such as hypoglycemia and respiratory distress syndrome. Management involves fetal assessment, careful timing and mode of delivery, and strategies to mitigate risks through glycemic control, lifestyle modifications, and dietary counseling.