Glucose Screening

Chrystal gave a very detailed response. You could have gestational diabetes which is controlable. You can do this. My 13 year old daughter has had type 1 diabetes for over nine years and takes care of most of it herself - injections, finger blood glucose checks etc. If you have this condition and need any help - recipes, injections...anything, please feel free to contact us.........take care of yourself and you will have a healthy baby....that is the advice to all pregnant women....
B.

Could be several things. Worst case scenario is that it is gestational diabetes.....which will be hard on you, but manageable. Your doctor may or may not put you on meds, and you will probably be on a strict diet. Best case is that something you ate recently made your blood sugar rise before the test, and you failed....which is what happened to me. I failed the one hour test by several point, and was so freaked out by it. I went back for the three hour....which is not a pleasant experience, but not all that bad either, and passed (wasn't even close to failing). Hopefully that is the case with you. Definitely talk to your doctor about any concerns you may have.....that can really help ease your fears. The 3-hour is a much more thourough test, with more reliable results. I believe my Dr told me that about 60% of the women who fail the 1st one pass the 2nd. Good luck!

HI T.,
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A.
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K.

I failed my test as well (really failed it with high numbers) and I, like you, was very concerned. However, it really is manageable. I would recommend eating lots of veggies; drink plenty of milk, and some protein and not worry too much about failing the test.

They say you can have more of a chance of delivering a large baby due to the increase in glucose but my daughter was a petite but healthy 5lb 2oz. They will also check at your next sono to see how your fluid levels are since moms with gestational diabetes tend to have higher fluid levels in the womb. My fluid levels were normal the entire time so yours might very well be normal as well.

After delivery they checked my daughter's insulin levels and they were normal and a few weeks after I delivered my numbers went back to normal as well and they have stayed normal for over a year. So my point is that even though you fail the test, you won't necessarily have all of the "possible" complications associated with gestational diabetes.

Enjoy your last couple of months! You are almost there!

T.,

I had gestational diabetes as well and everything turned out ok. I was able to keep it under control by following the recommended diet (you should be referred to a nutrionist) and light exercise (walking). The goal was to keep the baby from getting too big or else she would have had to have been delivered early which brings into play lung development etc. It is scary at first, and learning to check your blood can be overwhelming. Just follow the directions of your doctor and nutrionist. It may be hard to give most sugar and carbs, but when you see your baby it will be well worth it all. If you need any recipes for meals that don't usually send your glucose levels through the roof and are still tasty, just let me know. Good luck, stay positive and remember that a few months of diet and even if necessary insulin will be worth it and quickly forgotten when you see your baby.
--K.

T.,
I am a labor and delivery nurse and I wanted to tell you that gestational diabetes is not uncommon. The doctor will probably order a 3 hour GTT test next. They will have you fast, draw your blood when you get there and then every hour on the hour for a total of 4 draws. Your doctor will also probably put you on a diabetic diet. You need to watch sugar, carbs, starchy foods, etc. He should send you to a nutritionist or nurse to sit down with you and go over food choices. Most pregnant women who have gest. diabetes can control it through diet. As many have stated, if you do test positive for gest. diabetes they will just keep a close eye on you and the baby. They usually won't let you go to 40 weeks pregnant because of the chances of polyhydraminos (increase in fluid) and LGA baby (Large for gestational age). What they will do is probably induce you at about 38 weeks. Now, the bottom line is don't be afraid to talk to your doctor. EVERY doctor is different so he/she may have their own way of dealing with it. The best of luck and don't stress out over it. Just keep yourself healthy. Sleep and keeping yourself destressed can help also. Pam

Hi, T.!

Other people have written you good suggestions and general ideas about what you're going to do next. I just want to let you know that I had the same problem three months ago with my first baby, and I was very nervous. I got through the diet control and measured my blood sugar four times a day. Now I have a healthy baby! She's all fine!!

As long as you control your blood sugar, no need to be freaked out! If you need any other questions, I'm glad to help!

W.

I have not experienced it, but know people who have and they all have beautiful, healthy children. I know they had to watch what they ate and see the doctor more often to make sure everything kept on track, but I didn't get the feeling that they were too overwhelmed by it.

S.

Hey T.,

If this was the first glucose test you will have to do the 3 hour test next. This test is a pain, but it is over in 3 hours. I failed the first test also and passed the 3 hour one fine. If by chance you do have gestational diabetes It means you will have to watch what you eat and drink very closely for the remainder of the pregnancy. Once you have the baby you will be fine. The most important thing you can do now is not to worry!! Your baby can feel that.

Good luck.

Jenn

This happened to me, too. I failed my test, and I had to go take the same test. That test was 3 hours long, and they check your blood periodically throughout the 3 hours. I passed that, so I didn't have to do anything after that. I can tell you not to worry, but I know you will. Just keep in touch with your doctor and take care of yourself. Things will work out. Keep your chin up!

T.,

Please speak with your doctor about your results. He/she may test you further to determine if you have gestational diabetes. This is a serious condition. But you can have a healthy child. I was gestational diabetic with both of my children and they are both fine. I followed the doctor's instructions, watched my diet, exercised and took my medication. If you are diagnosed as diabetic, please take the educational classes to understand how to control your blood sugar. This will limit the chances of complications with your baby. Please also know that a great majority of women who are diagnosed as gestational diabetic will go on to develop type 2 diabetes later in life. You should really watch your eating habits and exercise to reduce this risk. Feel free to write me directly if you have any other questions.

T.,

I just had my first child in August and the same thing happened to me as well! I went in and failed my first test. My doctor sent me for a more extensive test the following week and everything came back just fine. I started asking around and it seems like that happens more often than not. Hopefully your doctor will be sending you for more extensive tests as well. Hang in there!

J.

Hi T.,

I have a friend that had the same thing, she tested the next time and the test came back just normal....she has a precious and healthy baby boy.....don't worry, your doc will just need to check the levels again, and hopefully they will turn out just fine! Keep a positive attitude, and most importantly take care of yourself, eat healthy and get rest.

T.,
you may have gestational diabetis. Your doctor will prescribe more tests and if they come back positive you will have to be put on a diet and exercise regulary in order to keep the glucose level under control. Also, you will have to check your blood sugar 3 times a day, and that is the most annoying part. But be positive and think about your baby`s health. In case diet and exercise are not enough to keep your glucose level under control you will need insuline. They will teach you how to give yoursel the shot. I know, it sounds scary. I was too, but try to follow all the medical advice and after your baby is born you can go back to your normal life, eating whatever you want. If the glucose level is kept under control your baby will be fine and so do you.
Be strong and hang in there, it is only for 2 more months.
A.

Don't worry. It doesn't mean much. For some reason the placenta does something to stop the insulin production or something like that. I had and with my little boy. All it means is you have to watch your diet (carb intake) and basically make the most of your carbs (think South Beach, but without dieting)--no sweets, no excess bread, etc. It is hard at first (like with no cake at your own shower), but when I started eating appropriately I felt pretty good. It also stops you from over gaining. I could fit into my pre-pregnancy close pretty quick after my baby. I was induced a week early (the baby may produce the glucose and store the energy/a.k.a. carbs you can't so he can get to big), but he wasn't too big at all. I was very good on my diet though! If you know somebody with type 2 (adult onset) diabetes, they can give you good eating tips--but be sensitive to them and don't complain to them too much--yours will go away and they will have it for the long haul. Hope this helps!

T.,

I had gestational diabetes with both of my pregnancies. You shouldn't have anything to worry about. Although with my first I had to take insulin for about 4 weeks, everything turned out just fine. With my second pregnancy I was put on a diet early on and everything went much better, though I still had to be careful. Your doctors should recommend a nutritionist or give you advice on a diet to follow. Your baby should be just fine and after delivery the gestational diabetes should disappear. Neither one of my children have any problems and I don't have diabetes either. The only thing is you will have to be careful later on in life bacause the possibility of becoming diabetic increases for you, but if you keep a healthy diet and excercise you shouldn't have to worry at all. Try not to freak out about it, it's not as bad as you think. Hope this helps you a little.

C. D.

T.,
We are sorry to hear about the results of your test. We were equally "freaked out" regarding some tests that we encountered during our recent pregnancy. Despite our concerns, all turned out fine and we have a healthy, beautiful daughter. We sought diagnoses from 2 specialists, and they both agreed that our 1 in 10,000 chances were just that--highly unlikely. Still, we worried. In hindsight, it was needless. We pray you will have likewise results.
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