Health Dictionary
Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.
Gestational diabetes causes
Introduction
Overview
Overview
There are no established causes for gestational diabetes, although several risk factors have been implicated.
Causes
Causes
There are no established causes for gestational diabetes, however, several risk factors may predispose a woman to develop gestational diabetes.
References
References
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Seyedmahdi Pahlavani, M.D. [2]