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Can I get pregnant, I am type 2 diabetic
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I am 28 yrs old and would like to know what are the precautions I should take or do before getting pregnant as I am diabetic and also I am afraid if there will be any complications on child birth and I would like to know how to avoid that.
I am currently on medication and I am maintaining diet as well. And my RBS shows less than 180.
Please suggest
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Dr. Rohini Gajare
Diabetologist
18 yrs exp
Mumbai
Since you are diabetic..Ensure that sugars are well controlled before you plan for pregnancy..
If sugars are well controlled your pregnancy will not have any problem.no worries of complications to the foetus.
Currently what medicines you are taking ?need to know details.once pregnant..need to stop medicines and start on insulin
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