Mourning Mom Urges Others Not To Skip Glucose Test In Pregnancy
Briefly

"Let's talk about why I think you should never, ever, ever, ever decline the glucose test," she begins in a recent video.
"Mothers with GD are at increased risk of preeclampsia - dangerously high blood pressure in or immediately after pregnancy that can lead to liver and kidney damage, stroke, seizures, and death."
"For the most part, GD does not have symptoms most people would notice, which is why screening via urine or blood tests is necessary."
"I think we blindly choose to put faith in our providers," she reflects.
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