(O24.9) Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified

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2 280 231 in individuals diagnosis diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified confirmed
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1 714 deaths with diagnosis diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified

Diagnosis diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 99.97% more likely than Men

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Women receive the diagnosis diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified

1 714 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified - Men aged 0 and Women aged 30-34

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 50-69, 75-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-49, 70-74

Disease Features diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified - what does this mean

Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified is a condition where a pregnant woman has higher than normal blood glucose levels due to either her body's inability to produce enough insulin or her body's inability to respond to the insulin it does produce. this can be caused by the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy, which can affect the body's ability to regulate glucose levels.

What happens during the disease - diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified

Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified, is a condition where a pregnant woman has abnormally high levels of glucose in her blood due to an inability of her body to produce enough insulin to properly metabolize glucose. this can lead to high levels of glucose in the mother's blood, which can cause complications for both the mother and baby, such as preterm labor, macrosomia, and stillbirth. additionally, the mother may experience symptoms such as excessive thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, and blurred vision.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination and assessment of medical history
  • Blood tests to measure glucose levels
  • Urine tests to measure ketones
  • Fasting glucose test
  • Glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test
  • Oral glucose tolerance test
  • Ultrasound to assess fetal growth
  • Fetal monitoring to assess fetal well-being

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: To manage diabetes mellitus in pregnancy in order to reduce the risk of complications for the mother and baby.
  • Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels
  • Healthy eating and lifestyle changes
  • Regular physical activity
  • Monitoring of weight gain
  • Monitoring of blood pressure
  • Monitoring of urine for protein and sugar
  • Monitoring of fetal growth
  • Monitoring of fetal heart rate
  • Monitoring of fetal movements
  • Monitoring of amniotic fluid levels
  • Medication management as prescribed by the doctor
  • Regular visits to the doctor
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9 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified - Prevention

The best way to prevent diabetes mellitus in pregnancy is to maintain a healthy lifestyle before and during pregnancy. this includes eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and monitoring blood sugar levels. additionally, it is important to receive regular prenatal care to identify any potential risk factors for diabetes mellitus in pregnancy.