The problems of pregnancy in the diabetic may be considered under several headings:
Mental Problems
• Hypoglycemia - Hypoglycemia is common in the first half of pregnancy, especially in the first quarter. Fortunately, the fetus tolerates well hypoglycemia.
• Retinopathy (retinal damage)
Retinopathy is already present in many women at the beginning of ...
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