Re: diabetic considering 2nd pregnancy

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> Hi! I had my first child 4 months ago and had diet-controlled
> gestational diabetes. I found out 7 weeks postpartum that I now have
> type II diabetes (diet controlled and testing twice a day)although my
> test sugar level numbers were low enough that the diabetic clinic was
> surprised my doctor dx'ed me with it. We're are considering trying for
> a 2nd child starting in Sept/Oct. My diabetic clinic said I would be on
> insulin through the entire pregnancy. Is this a for sure thing?

Not always, depending on the severity and the control. But preferably control your diabetes before you get preg.

Also,> if I do have to take insulin, is there a chance my body will become > dependent on it and I would have to continue it after pregnancy?
No and no.

Dr.Amit Sengupta, MD; Ph.D. This is for educational purpose only > Marsha

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