Latest news with #gestationaldiabetes
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
What is gestational diabetes?
(NewsNation) — Diabetes affects the lives of tens of millions of Americans. Gestational diabetes is part of this total but specifically affects 5% to 9% of pregnant women in America, per the CDC. As the name suggests, it is a variant of diabetes that forms in a woman during pregnancy. Oftentimes, it develops around the 24th week of pregnancy in cases where the body is unable to produce adequate amounts of insulin to combat increased blood sugar levels. The increased blood sugar levels are a result of hormonal changes throughout the gestation period. Per the Centers for Disease Controla nd Prevention, symptoms often do not appear. If they do exist, they are generally mild and can involve urinating more frequently than usual and being thirstier than usual. The CDC recommends that women be tested to determine if they have gestational diabetes. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases recommends losing extra weight before getting pregnant if you are overweight. Regularly being physically active before and during pregnancy can decrease the likelihood of developing gestational diabetes. If one develops gestational diabetes, the likelihood of type 2 diabetes can be heightened, but can be somewhat curtailed by making healthy choices, per the NIDDK. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Daily Mail
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Made In Chelsea's pregnant Tiffany Watson rushed to hospital as she gives health update just weeks before due date
Made In Chelsea 's Tiffany Watson has been rushed to hospital after concerns were raised for her unborn baby's health. The pregnant reality star, 31, revealed she had to be put on a drip after battling a ten-day flu and suffering from dehydration, which led to a high heart rate in her baby. Doctors grew concerned during a routine check-up when they noticed signs of gestational diabetes and dehydration. The star was admitted for treatment to stabilise her condition and monitor the baby's health. Sharing an update with fans, Tiffany said: 'Went in this morning to get tested again for gestational diabetes because the baby is measuring so big and ended up on a drip due to being so dehydrated and baby heart rate high. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz letter to stay in the loop. She added: 'I just can't shake this flu I've got. It's been about ten days now. My whole pregnancy has been so smooth and now right at the end it's proving so hard. Hope I'll be better soon.' Tiffany and her footballer husband Cameron McGeehan, 29, confirmed they were expecting at the beginning of the year and have already picked out a name - although they're keeping it private for now. Tiffany told fans during a Instagram Q&A: 'We decided it on New Years Day! Hoping we stick with it I think we will.' The reality star and Cameron are already parents to a son Jude, who the couple welcomed in June 2023. Tiffany announced the news by debuting her bump and sharing a sweet snap with her partner alongside the caption: 'A best friend for Jude. Blessed to say we are growing our family.' 'Thank you @clearblue for providing me with clear results! Not only did the Pregnancy Test with Weeks Indicator confirm I was pregnant...' 'But it also revealed how many weeks it had been since conception (displayed as 1-2, 2-3, or 3+ weeks). #AD #ClearbluePartner.' In February, the mother-of-one took to her Instagram to announce that she was expecting another baby boy. Earlier in the year she shared with her followers that the couple had already decided on a name for their baby as she gave fans a pregnancy update on Instagram The sweet clip saw her holding her 20-month-old, while she and her and footballer husband, 29, cut into an iced cake with two wineglasses. Tiffany could be seen gasping in shock and bursting into delighted laughter as she and Cameron raised their glasses to reveal the inside of the cake was a bright blue. In April 2022, Tiffany revealed that she suffered a devastating miscarriage at eight weeks. While the pregnancy hadn't been planned, the TV star explained how she became 'very attached to the baby' before being told during an early scan that the unborn baby hadn't grown. She went on to tell co-star Olivia how she endured further trauma as she underwent a failed operation to remove the foetus, before being given pills to induce a miscarriage. Sitting together, Tiffany told Olivia: 'It's been such a big high, but I also feel like I had a massive low at the end of last year.' As she began to cry, Tiffany said: 'So basically at the end of last year, I found out I was pregnant, which came as a massive surprise, because we weren't trying or anything.' 'It was a few weeks after we got engaged when we found out, which was such a shock, and then...' with Olivia asking: 'And then you lost it?' to which Tiffany nodded. Explaining why she hadn't told anyone but her family about her heartbreaking loss, Tiffany insisted: 'I hate people feeling sorry for me and I hate people making a fuss over me. The pair shared a heartwarming gender reveal video, as they prepare for the birth of their second child as they took wine glasses to a cake to find out what it would be 'It was nice to hang out with people and not talk about it. But I do want to talk about it because it's such a massive thing.' 'Yes, I wasn't trying. Yes, it's not ideal timing. But at the same time, I was like, "I'm in a committed relationship, this is a surprise earlier than we would have liked it to be, but that's fine." 'And then I had really, really bad morning sickness, like awful morning sickness. And then I woke up one day and the morning sickness was completely gone and I was like, "this is weird". Then I started feeling really normal.' 'I hadn't had any scans because you don't have a scan until you're further along.'
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Pregnant Tiffany Watson in hospital as Made in Chelsea star's baby suffers high heart rate weeks before birth
PREGNANT Made in Chelsea star Tiffany Watson is in hospital amid health fears weeks before giving birth. Her unborn baby is suffering from a high heart rate after Tiffany battled a ten-day dose of the flu. 3 3 The 31-year-old was put on a drip after doctors discovered she was dehydrated during a routine appointment. Tiffany was being tested for gestational diabetes in hospital when medics became concerned. She told fans: "Went in this morning to get tested again for gestational diabetes because the baby is measuring so big and ended up on a drip due to being so dehydrated and baby heart rate high. "I just can't shake this flu I've got. It's been about ten days now. "My whole pregnancy has been so smooth and now right at the end it's proving so hard. "Hope I'll be better soon." Tiffany, 31, is expecting another baby boy with her footballer husband Cameron McGeehan, 29. The couple are already proud parents to one-year-old son Jude. Tiffany is the younger sister of Lucy, who joined series four of Made in Chelsea in 2012. She arrived on the E4 show two years later and previously dated Sam Thompson in front of the cameras. What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes that develops during pregnancy and usually goes away once you give birth. The NHS states that it can happen at any stage of pregnancy, but is more common in the second or third trimester. It happens when your body cannot produce enough insulin – a hormone that helps control blood sugar levels – to meet your extra needs in pregnancy. Gestational diabetes can cause problems for you and your baby during pregnancy and after birth. But the risks can be reduced if the condition is detected early and well managed. Symptoms: increased thirst needed to urinate more often a dry mouth tiredness
WebMD
16-05-2025
- Health
- WebMD
What Friends Ask Me About Diabetes
As someone who was diagnosed with gestational diabetes in 1984 and full-blown diabetes not long after my second pregnancy in 1992, it's easy to forget the shock of first getting the news that you have type 2. As I've written before, I went home from that first doctor's appointment stunned and scared, worried not only about myself, but my unborn child. But in the years since, as I've lived and learned more about the symptoms and signs of the chronic disease and how my body reacts to carbohydrates, exercise, and medication, my fear has eased. It was replaced by a desire to figure out the best way to live as a person with diabetes. It hasn't been easy. I'm not always successful at keeping my sugars in range, or in avoiding foods that I know will boost my readings (I'm looking at you, Haagen Dazs chocolate chip). Yet, overall, I have headed off many of diabetes' dreaded complications so far (knock on wood) and generally feel able to do most of my normal activities, which include weightlifting, walking, and cycling. I was reminded of all of this when a friend came to me, newly diagnosed with LADA (latent autoimmune diabetes in adults) and frightened by the idea of having to wrestle with the disease. Meanwhile, a second pal, who has been prediabetic for a while, suddenly was confronted by an A1c of 7, which pushed her into full-blown type 2. Despite their two different varieties of diabetes diagnoses, both had been advised to watch their diets and given prescriptions of metformin to help lower their glucose levels. Though they had met with their doctors, they had questions. And while I'm not a medical doctor, I tried to allay some of their fears. Among their issues: Should I take a biguanide? Everyone is, of course, different. I've had friends who don't take them right away and try diet and exercise, and those who choose to go on them when they are still considered in the 'prediabetes' stage. As someone who has been taking them forever, I'm a fan. They're cheap, extremely well-tested, and may have other benefits in preventing breast cancer as well as anti-aging properties. Although I've never experienced side effects, at the start some people experience upset stomachs, but generally, it's worked well for me. Do I have to live this way forever? Some people, by severely restricting carbohydrates and adding lots of exercise to their lives (particularly if they had been overdoing food and not exercising beforehand) may be able to 'reverse diabetes.' But while I follow a balanced, mainly low-carb diet and get an hour of some sort of exercise every day, that hasn't happened for me. As a person with type 2 diabetes who has never been overweight (save for a year after the birth of my second child when those pesky pounds refused to move), I still have well-controlled type 2. Do you ever get used to pricking your finger two, three, or four times a day? Yes, and no. To be honest, I don't think anyone loves stabbing themselves to squeeze out blood in the morning, noon, or night. Luckily, there are new technologies that measure your blood sugar for you and give you a more accurate ongoing idea of your glucose ups and downs over a day and night. I've not yet opted for one, but more and more, I see the small, unobtrusive stick-on cubes on the upper arms of both young and old people. So if mechanically drawing a drop of blood from your finger freaks you out, you do have options. Will I eventually have to take insulin? Once again, it depends. With the newer injectable diabetes drugs on the market – and a weight loss pill waiting in the wings – people who once couldn't lose pounds or lower their blood sugars may be able to avoid insulin by getting everything in better range. For people with LADA, the chances of needing insulin are higher, since in this form of diabetes, the pancreas stops making insulin, more like type 1 than type 2. Two personal notes here: I took insulin during my second pregnancy, and it really was not a big deal. It allowed me to better manage my sugars, and by using fast-acting insulin, I was able to eat the occasional cup of ice cream. Unless you have a terrific fear of needles, insulin pens are quite small and go into fat, not muscle, which means they are not – honestly – at all painful. What else? Watch out for stress. Sometimes, your sugar can be high without reason, and sometimes, it can go low. The more you pay attention to your patterns (Does it jump after eating a certain fruit? Does it drop after a particular exercise class?), the more you can try avoiding these extremes. Getting a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes is scary. But with new drugs, new technologies, and a little attention to your diet and exercise, you can fight the fear and take charge. Like I tell my friends, it's not easy, but well worth it.
The Sun
12-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
I've lost almost 5st on Mounjaro in 9 weeks… it's ‘safer than being obese' but my neck looks like I'm 51, not 31
A MUM has shared a downside of her epic weight loss transformation after being on Mounjaro for over two months. Scottish mum Kirsty took to TikTok after she shed almost a staggering 5 stone while on Mounjaro in a mere nine weeks. 3 According to the young mum, some people warned that the popular fat jab ''isn't safe''. But despite this, Kirsty ''got all checked over'' by doctors before her makeover journey with Mounjaro - which is regarded by some as the King Kong of weight loss jabs. Hitting back at the critics who deemed the decision 'unsafe', the Scottish mum, 31, said: ''Pretty sure it's safer than being obese for the rest of my life.'' The stunner went on in the comments: ''I had bad gestational diabetes with second and third babies and was pre-diabetic so something had to change!'' But while Kirsty may now feel healthier and fitter than ever, the jaw-dropping weight transformation has also left with another, less desirable side effect - the dreaded saggy skin around her neck. Similarly to Ozempic, the saggy turkey neck occurs after a person has lost a dramatic amount of weight in a relatively short time period, adding years to their appearance. It's not something any celebs have discussed as of yet, but according to experts, it's something they're seeing on a rapidly increasing scale. Speaking exclusively to Fabulous, Dr Nora, a cosmetic and medical dermatology doctor at Rejuvenation Clinic, says: ''Ozempic neck' is becoming an increasingly common concern among patients using semaglutide medications like Ozempic for weight loss, which I'm seeing in the clinic frequently. 'As the face and neck lose fat rapidly, the skin often doesn't have time to adapt, leading to sagging and a more aged appearance in the neck area. 'While Ozempic is effective for weight loss, it doesn't discriminate between the fat you want to lose and the fat that supports facial structure and skin tautness. I lost 98lb on Mounjaro but it's surprise side benefit that's been life-changing 'The neck, already prone to skin laxity with age, becomes one of the first areas to show signs.'' Many celebs, including Sharon Osbourne, have fallen victim to this trend - and Kirsty, unfortunately, is no exception. Taking to TikTok in a desperate attempt to find a fix, she said: ''Really putting myself out there but mounjaro are we doing about this neck? Everything you need to know about fat jabs Weight loss jabs are all the rage as studies and patient stories reveal they help people shed flab at almost unbelievable rates, as well as appearing to reduce the risk of serious diseases. Wegovy – a modified version of type 2 diabetes drug Ozempic – and Mounjaro are the leading weight loss injections used in the UK. Wegovy, real name semaglutide, has been used on the NHS for years while Mounjaro (tirzepatide) is a newer and more powerful addition to the market. Mounjaro accounts for most private prescriptions for weight loss and is set to join Wegovy as an NHS staple this year. How do they work? The jabs work by suppressing your appetite, making you eat less so your body burns fat for energy instead and you lose weight. They do this my mimicking a hormone called GLP-1, which signals to the brain when the stomach is full, so the drugs are officially called GLP-1 receptor agonists. They slow down digestion and increase insulin production, lowering blood sugar, which is why they were first developed to treat type 2 diabetes in which patients' sugar levels are too high. Can I get them? NHS prescriptions of weight loss drugs, mainly Wegovy and an older version called Saxenda (chemical name liraglutide), are controlled through specialist weight loss clinics. Typically a patient will have to have a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher, classifying them as medically obese, and also have a weight-related health condition such as high blood pressure. GPs generally do not prescribe the drugs for weight loss. Private prescribers offer the jabs, most commonly Mounjaro, to anyone who is obese (BMI of 30+) or overweight (BMI 25-30) with a weight-related health risk. Private pharmacies have been rapped for handing them out too easily and video calls or face-to-face appointments are now mandatory to check a patient is being truthful about their size and health. Are there any risks? Yes – side effects are common but most are relatively mild. Around half of people taking the drug experience gut issues, including sickness, bloating, acid reflux, constipation and diarrhoea. Dr Sarah Jarvis, GP and clinical consultant at said: 'One of the more uncommon side effects is severe acute pancreatitis, which is extremely painful and happens to one in 500 people.' Other uncommon side effects include altered taste, kidney problems, allergic reactions, gallbladder problems and hypoglycemia. Evidence has so far been inconclusive about whether the injections are damaging to patients' mental health. Figures obtained by The Sun show that, up to January 2025, 85 patient deaths in the UK were suspected to be linked to the medicines. ''31 and looking 51!'' the mortified mum said in the video where she showed the saggy turkey neck, with a bunch of skin hanging. 'I actually put weight back on to try get rid' Since uploading the video on TikTok, the clip has taken the internet by storm, winning Kirsty more than 250k views, over 800 likes and close to 400 shares. Dozens flooded to comments where many shared their experience with the popular medication. One person said: ''I lost 10 stone in 2018 naturally. this happens soon after weight loss but it gets better within a few months it looks much better.'' Meanwhile, someone else thought: ''You have your health back, and a brand new baby by the looks of it. ''Neck wrinkles are a strange thing to be concerned about right now.'' A third chimed in: ''Unfortunately mine looks just like yours. I've tried literally everything. I'm having chin lipo and surgery since that's the only thing to actually get rid of it.'' ''Omg this is me. I actually put weight back on to try get rid. Made me so depressed,'' another shared their bizarre solution. What are the other side effects of weight loss jabs? Like any medication, weight loss jabs can have side effects. Common side effects of injections such as Ozempic include: Nausea: This is the most commonly reported side effect, especially when first starting the medication. It often decreases over time as your body adjusts. Vomiting: Can occur, often in conjunction with nausea. Diarrhea: Some people experience gastrointestinal upset. Constipation: Some individuals may also experience constipation. Stomach pain or discomfort: Some people may experience abdominal pain or discomfort. Reduced appetite: This is often a desired effect for people using Ozempic for weight loss. Indigestion: Can cause a feeling of bloating or discomfort after eating. Serious side effects can also include: Pancreatitis: In rare cases, Ozempic may increase the risk of inflammation of the pancreas, known as pancreatitis, which can cause severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting. Kidney problems: There have been reports of kidney issues, including kidney failure, though this is uncommon. Thyroid tumors: There's a potential increased risk of thyroid cancer, although this risk is based on animal studies. It is not confirmed in humans, but people with a history of thyroid cancer should avoid Ozempic. Vision problems: Rapid changes in blood sugar levels may affect vision, and some people have reported blurry vision when taking Ozempic. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar): Especially if used with other medications like sulfonylureas or insulin. Be aware of the dangers Those debating whether to start using Mounjaro should know that it can have fatal consequences. And experts and NHS medics have shared a stern warning about the dangers of taking such medications without a prescription. Sun GP Dr Zoe Williams acknowledged that Mounjaro, which could soon be rolled out on the NHS, can save the lives of people with 'life-threatening levels of obesity.' But despite this, the NHS advised people to 'never take an anti-obesity medicine if it has not been prescribed to you.' The NHS warned: "These types of medicines may not be safe for you and can cause serious side effects.' Mounjaro works by suppressing your appetite, making you feel fuller for longer. The injections, which are administered every seven days, are licensed for patients with type 2 diabetes. They are also available to assist those who are clinically obese (with a Body Mass Index of 30 or over). The drugs, which have been widely regarded as 'fat jabs', can be prescribed by a practitioner - such as a doctor, nurse or a pharmacist-independent prescriber. Following the death of a man from Burton upon Trent, Staffs, who died after taking Mounjaro, his family are now calling for a probe into the jab's "potential to kill."
