Question

A patient at 25 weeks pregnant, who has been fasting since 9 PM the night before the test, drank a small cup of plain water at 6:30 AM on the day of her gestational diabetes screening. She wants to know if this will affect the test results and whether she needs to retake the test.

Answer

Diabetes is an endocrine disorder characterized by symptoms such as polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia, and weight loss, although many patients may not experience these typical symptoms and primarily show elevated blood sugar levels. If blood sugar remains persistently above normal levels, it indicates diabetes and requires attention for treatment. Initially, control can be achieved through diet and exercise, but if these are insufficient, medication to lower blood sugar may be necessary. Pay attention to diet control, avoid excessive intake of sugar and starch, regularly monitor blood sugar levels, and adjust medication in a timely manner. Wishing you good health and happiness.