Question
With a fasting blood sugar level of 6.15, and 1-hour and 2-hour post-glucose tolerance test levels of 7.51 and 7.83 respectively, is this indicative of gestational diabetes?
Answer
The diagnostic criteria for gestational diabetes differ from those for non-pregnant women. A fasting blood sugar level exceeding 5.1, a 1-hour post-glucose tolerance test level over 10.0, and a 2-hour post-glucose tolerance test level over 8.5 can indicate gestational diabetes. It is recommended to first adjust lifestyle factors, such as controlling diet and engaging in moderate exercise, regularly monitor blood sugar levels, and use insulin treatment if necessary. The ideal blood sugar control targets are fasting blood sugar levels of 3.3-5.3, a 1-hour post-glucose tolerance test level of 3.3-7.8, and a 2-hour post-glucose tolerance test level of 3.3-6.7.