Do I need regular BP and Urine tests in Gestational Diabetes?

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains that urine and Blood pressure tests are not routinely essential but are commonly done when you attend for clinic appointments. He explains that protein in the urine may be an early warning sign of being at risk of Pre-eclampsia during pregnancy.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about what tests are done before and during pregnancy for women at high risk of Gestational Diabetes.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains what Pre-eclampsia is and how it's related to Pregnancy. He explains what effects it can have on various organs of your body as well as the placenta.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist, talks about what Pre-Eclampsia is, how it's picked up and how it can be treated. He finishes by saying that the risk to the mother ends at delivery.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about medicines which can be used to treat Gestational Diabetes.

Dr Sheharyar Quraishi, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about routine tests used for people with Type 1 Diabetes. These include blood tests like HbA1c and Cholesterol. Also urine tests and sometimes liver function blood tests are done.