Question
At what blood sugar level should insulin treatment begin for gestational diabetes? I am 25 weeks pregnant and was diagnosed with gestational diabetes last week after a glucose tolerance test. Currently, I self-test my blood sugar, and my fasting blood sugar is usually between 6-7, and post-meal blood sugar is generally between 7-10. Do I need insulin treatment?
Answer
In your current situation, based on your blood sugar levels, there is no need for medication treatment. Since your fasting blood sugar does not exceed 7, as long as it does not exceed 7, insulin is not required. Suggestion: Just avoid eating any sweet foods. In summary, there is no need to be overly concerned; you have not yet reached the diagnostic criteria for diabetes. Your elevated blood sugar is mainly due to pregnancy and may return to normal after childbirth. Only a small portion may develop into diabetes.