Diabetes mellitus is a medical condition that could adversely affect pregnancy. It's frequency is increasing along with obesity and abnormal lipid profiles. Women who have GDM in pregnancy have no greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes
Is this statement true or false? Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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Women who develop GDM have a 35% to 60% likelihood of developing diabetes in the
next 10 to 20 years. About 7% of all pregnancies are affected by GDM with higher rates
among African Americans, Latinas, and American Indians.
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