Gestational diabetes history and symptoms

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Seyedmahdi Pahlavani, M.D. [2]

A detailed history must be taken about previous pregnancies, weight changes, and family history of diabetes mellitus. GDM is usually asymptomatic but classic symptoms of diabetes mellitus may be present.

A detailed history must be taken. Specific areas of focus when obtaining a history include:^[1]

• Recent weight change
• Previous history of impaired glucose test
• Obstetric history
• Family history of diabetes mellitus

• Usually there are no symptoms, or the symptoms are mild and not life threatening to the pregnant woman.^[1]

• Symptoms may include:

• Blurred vision
• Fatigue
• Frequent infections, including those of the bladder, vagina, and skin
• Increased thirst
• Increased urination
• Nausea and vomiting
• Weight loss in spite of increased appetite
• Excessive thirst

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