Those with Gestational Diabetes

grinsandgiggles · January 2009

...Did the doctor just order the glucose test (I know they do it for everyone eventually), or did you have symptoms?

The past couple weeks I have had some spells of dizziness with a feeling of low sugar. I know this can be common, but should I mention this to my doctor to be safe?

DSteed-to-be · January 2009

I haven't had symptoms, but I have to have the test done twice (unless I fail the first time) because I had an immediate family member (dad) who died of diabetes, so the family history makes me more likely. I'll be tested next week and then again at 28 weeks if I pass next week.

KelliO924 · January 2009

My doctor ordered it early b/c of family hx of diabetes. I had no symptoms, not advanced maternal age, not overweight, so that was my only indication for it (dad has type 2). I had it done at 14 weeks and failed. I would definitely mention it, especially the dizziness. Is it possible that you aren't drinking enough water? Does a snack help with the dizziness? I think a lot of times GD is sympomless, especially since it isn't common to be diagnosed before third trimester.