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If i have gestational diabetes, will i still have diabetes after pregnancy?

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Dr. Brendan Rice answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not necessarily: Not necessarily, but there is a higher risk. After pregnancy, 5-10% of women with gdm are found to still have diabetes. Women with a history of gdm have a 35-60% chance of developing diabetes in the next 10-20 years, especially non-caucasian women. Through lifestyle changes (healthy eating, exercise), this risk has been shown to be lowered. Best of luck to you!

Answered 9/29/2016

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