Expert care for gestational diabetes by Dr. P. Srilekha. Diet counselling, glucose monitoring and insulin management for safe pregnancy in Hyderabad.
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is hyperglycaemia first detected in pregnancy that is not overt diabetes. It affects 10-15% of Indian pregnant women and is associated with macrosomia, birth injury, neonatal hypoglycaemia and increased risk of caesarean section if poorly managed.
Dr. P. Srilekha provides comprehensive GDM care including OGTT-based diagnosis, personalised dietary counselling, structured blood glucose monitoring and insulin or metformin therapy when needed — ensuring tight glucose control throughout pregnancy for safe delivery.
Fasting glucose above 92 mg/dL or post-load glucose above 180 mg/dL on OGTT in pregnancy
Foetal glucose excess leading to large-for-gestational-age baby and difficult delivery
Polyuria and polydipsia — classical symptoms of poorly controlled blood glucose
Excess amniotic fluid from foetal hyperglycaemia causing uterine overdistension
Gestational diabetes significantly increases the risk of developing hypertension in pregnancy
High risk of GDM in future pregnancies and type 2 diabetes in later life without preventive measures
Universal 75g oral glucose tolerance test at 24-28 weeks (earlier for high-risk women) for diagnosis.
Personalised carbohydrate-counted diet plan with a diabetic dietitian to achieve glucose targets.
4-point daily glucose profile (fasting and 1-hour post-meal) with targets: fasting below 95, post-meal below 140 mg/dL.
Medical therapy initiated if glucose targets not achieved within 2 weeks of dietary intervention.
Dr. P. Srilekha MS (OBG) provides evidence-based GDM management with maternal and foetal safety focus
Regular blood glucose review with immediate insulin adjustment to maintain tight glucose control
Excellent maternal and foetal outcomes through meticulous GDM monitoring and management
Personalised meal plans to control glucose without unnecessary medication
Fortnightly clinic visits to assess glucose control and foetal growth during third trimester
6-week postnatal OGTT and long-term diabetes prevention counselling for mother and child
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GDM is high blood sugar first detected during pregnancy (typically at the 24-28 week GDM screen), caused by insulin resistance from pregnancy hormones.
Risks: large baby (macrosomia), birth injuries, C-section, neonatal hypoglycaemia, preterm labour, and long-term diabetes risk for both mother and child.
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), regular blood sugar monitoring, moderate exercise, and if targets not met: insulin or metformin. Regular foetal growth monitoring via ultrasound.
GDM usually resolves after delivery. However, 50% of women with GDM develop Type 2 diabetes within 10 years. Annual blood sugar testing post-delivery is essential.
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