Management of Gestational Diabetes
- Oct 21, 2024
- 5:00PM TO 6:00 PM
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About the Case Presentation
The management of gestational diabetes (GD) is centered on maintaining healthy blood sugar levels to ensure the well-being of both mother and baby. A key aspect of management is dietary modification, where pregnant women are advised to follow a balanced diet with controlled carbohydrate intake, focusing on small, frequent meals. Physical activity, such as moderate exercise like walking, plays a crucial role in enhancing insulin sensitivity and helping regulate glucose levels. Regular blood glucose monitoring is essential, allowing for timely adjustments to the treatment plan. In cases where lifestyle changes are insufficient to control blood sugar, insulin therapy or oral hypoglycemic medications may be introduced. Continuous prenatal care is vital, with healthcare providers closely monitoring both maternal and fetal health to prevent complications. Early delivery might be considered if GD is severe. Proper management of gestational diabetes reduces the risks of preeclampsia, preterm birth, and the development of type 2 diabetes later in life.
About the Speaker
Dr. Priyanka Mehta
Specialist Gynaecologist Canadian Specialist Hospital Dubai,UAE
Dr. Priyanka Mehta, a graduate of Stanley Medical College and postgraduate from Madras Medical College, runs Diva Women’s Clinic in Kodambakkam, promoting wellness as holistic health. With advanced training in Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy, she earned a Diploma in Advanced Laparoscopy from the University of Kiel, Germany, and a Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery from World Laparoscopy Hospital, New Delhi. She also holds the prestigious MRCOG degree from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London, and gained experience in the NHS system during an observership at the University of Leeds. Now practicing in Dubai, UAE, at Hortman Clinics and the Canadian Specialist Hospital, Dr. Mehta focuses on gynecologic and fertility care, with expertise in laparoscopic surgeries, menopause care, and hormone balancing. She is passionate about preconception counseling, believing that motherhood and parenthood should be celebrated and enjoyed, a philosophy close to her heart as she advocates for patient education, preventive medicine, and holistic health.