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Could Diarrhea During Pregnancy Affect Glucose Tolerance Test?
I am scheduled to take the 3 hour Glucose Tollerence Test tomorrow morning. I am 25 weeks pregnant and had a high result on my initial 1 hour test. I have had diarrhea today and was wondering if that will affect my test results and if I should postpone.
Wed, 9 Mar 2016
hi I understand your concern.GTT is a diagnostic test to rule out gestational diabetes. as you told you had diarrhea,in my opinion you should not go for this test as this should be done when you are taking normal diet .
as per my opinion during diarrhea you might not be able to take good diet and it is difficult to take glucose and remain fasting as it may lead to more dehydration.
as per me you should delay the test till your wellness.
as per my opinion during diarrhea you might not be able to take good diet and it is difficult to take glucose and remain fasting as it may lead to more dehydration.
as per me you should delay the test till your wellness.
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