My GTT is next week and I am scared because diabetes runs in my family. I feel thirsty sometimes but maybe it is just summer. Did anyone have signs before their sugar test came high?
Beta, just stay positive and take care of your health, that's what's most important. If you're feeling unusually thirsty or tired, or if anything feels 'off', just pray and also consult your doctor. They will guide you to keep both you and baby healthy and safe through this journey.
Just like with thyroid, these things need proper medical attention. Some common symptoms of high sugar can be constant thirst, frequent trips to the bathroom, and feeling very tired. But these can be easily confused. So it's very important to discuss any symptoms with your doctor and get regular check-ups and tests done to rule things out.
My pregnancy app actually had a section on gestational diabetes symptoms, like increased thirst, frequent urination, and sometimes even unexplained weight loss or gain. But these can be signs of other things too. The best thing is to tell your doctor and get the glucose tolerance test done. Don't rely on self-diagnosis from apps or internet!
Gestational diabetes doesn't always show obvious symptoms, which is why they do the glucose screening test. But some signs can be increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue even after resting, and blurry vision. If you're concerned about any of these, definitely talk to your doctor immediately, they can do the right tests.
Oh god, all these cravings and then worrying about sugar! Sometimes if you have gestational diabetes, you might feel really thirsty or pee a lot, and feel super tired. But honestly, the best way to know is to get checked by your gynac. Don't just guess, get a proper diagnosis for peace of mind!
I actually had gestational diabetes in my pregnancy. I didn't have very obvious symptoms, mostly just a bit more tired than usual. But the doctor caught it during my glucose test. If you're having constant thirst or going to the washroom too often, please tell your gynac. They will guide you on diet and monitoring, which is super important.
