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Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar that first appears during pregnancy, usually between 24 and 28 weeks, when pregnancy hormones make the body less responsive to insulin. It affects roughly one in six to eight pregnancies in India and most women have no symptoms, which is why every pregnant woman at Iswarya Hospital is screened with a glucose tolerance test. Left untreated it raises the risk of a large baby, difficult delivery, pre-eclampsia, newborn low blood sugar and, later in life, type 2 diabetes for the mother. Our obstetricians manage it as a high-risk pregnancy with a diet plan, home glucose monitoring, regular growth scans and, when needed, metformin or insulin. Most women deliver a healthy baby at term, and blood sugar returns to normal after birth in the majority of cases.
⚠️ Common Symptoms
- Usually no symptoms; detected on the 24 to 28 week glucose test
- Unusual thirst and frequent urination
- Tiredness beyond what is normal in pregnancy
- Recurrent urinary or vaginal infections
- A baby measuring large for dates on scan
- Excess amniotic fluid on ultrasound
🚨 When to See a Doctor
For severe, sudden or rapidly worsening symptoms, do not wait for an appointment callback. Seek emergency care. For a routine concern, our care team can help you choose the appropriate specialist. This page cannot diagnose your symptoms.
🏥 Treatment at Iswarya Hospital
Comprehensive women's health services from reproductive treatments to PCOS, obstetrics, and gynecological surgeries, with empathy and professionalism.
👨⚕️ Our Gynecology Specialists
MBBS, DGO, Dip. Gynaec. Laparoscopy (Germany), Advanced Fertility – Monash University (Australia)
25+ Years Experience
MBBS MD (Obstetrics & Gynaecology) MCCG – Fellowship in Cosmetic Gynaecology Advanced Laparoscopic Training (MISTI, Chennai)
20+ Experience
ℹ️ This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for diagnosis and treatment.
Plan your first visit
Not sure which specialist to see? Tell our care team the reason for your visit and we will help you choose.
- Bring previous prescriptions, relevant test reports or scan images, a medication list and photo ID.
- If you plan to use insurance, bring your policy details. OPD, tests and admission benefits depend on your individual plan and approval.
- Your first consultation determines which tests or treatments are needed; not everyone needs every test listed on this page.
Appointments are requests until confirmed. In a medical emergency, call 044 2025 2025 or go to the nearest emergency department.