EP014 - Diabetes and Pregnancy_ Pre-Pregnancy Advice

This podcast episode is based on clinical scenarios from the official AMC Handbook of Clinical Assessment published by the Australian Medical Council. All cases are used solely for study and discussion. We provide personal learning insights and clinical interpretations to support AMC candidates in developing their clinical reasoning skills. The AMC Handbook is the intellectual property of the Australian Medical Council. To access the official material, please visit the AMC website.

Planning a pregnancy with Type 1 diabetes (T1D)? Learn why achieving excellent blood sugar control (target 5-7 mmol/L) before conception is absolutely critical to minimise risks like fetal malformations and macrosomia. We discuss essential pre-pregnancy health checks, tests (including HbA1c, kidney, and eye checks), and starting folic acid (0.5-1 mg daily). Getting specialist medical care from a diabetic physician and an obstetrician is key. Understand potential complications and plan for delivery, often around 38 weeks.

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