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I am a diabetic and pregnant for 3 months without doctor consultation. Is my baby safe?

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Hello doctor,

I am a diabetic patient for two years and currently entered the third month of pregnancy. And till now, I did not consult any doctor. Is my baby safe? I am taking iron, calcium, and zinc tablets for six months. Please tell me about the precautions and healthy tips.
Answered by Dr. Sravanthi Nuthalapati

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Dr. Sravanthi Nuthalapati is a skilled and compassionate Obstetrician and Gynecologist. Her expertise includes high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, menstrual disorder treatment, PCOS management, and comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care. She is also well-versed in minimally invasive gynecological procedures and is committed to providing personalized and evidence-based care for women’s health at every stage of life.

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Hello,

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First of all, diabetes with pregnancy is a high risk pregnancy. The blood sugars should be checked before getting pregnant. In case a woman gets pregnant with high blood sugar levels, then there can be a risk of miscarriages, and certain congenital disabilities in the baby. Please check your blood glucose levels and HbA1c level to see for your glycemic control. Also, I am assuming you are taking folic acid supplements because that is a vitamin that helps prevent certain birth defects (neural tube defects - in other words brain and spine defects) in the baby. It would have been good if you had mentioned the medications that you been taking for your diabetes to check if you could continue them, also if any dose modifications are required. Pregnancy-induced hormonal changes can disturb the glucose control as the pregnancy advances and it needs close monitoring. Please get back to me with the necessary details so that I can help you better and guide you through your pregnancy.

I hope this helps. Have a great day.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Hemalatha
Published At May 2, 2020
Reviewed At August 30, 2023

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MBBS

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Dr. Sravanthi Nuthalapati is a skilled and compassionate Obstetrician and Gynecologist. Her expertise includes high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, menstrual disorder treatment, PCOS management, and comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care. She is also well-versed in minimally invasive gynecological procedures and is committed to providing personalized and evidence-based care for women’s health at every stage of life.

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Dr. Hemalatha is a dedicated Dental Surgeon with expertise in preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental care. She is passionate about promoting oral health and creating personalized treatment plans to suit each patient’s needs. Her clinical approach emphasizes patient comfort, precision, and long-term dental wellness, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every individual under her care.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sravanthi Nuthalapati is a skilled and compassionate Obstetrician and Gynecologist. Her expertise includes high-risk pregnancy management, infertility evaluation, menstrual disorder treatment, PCOS management, and comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care. She is also well-versed in minimally invasive gynecological procedures and is committed to providing personalized and evidence-based care for women’s health at every stage of life.

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