The level of glucose is an indicator of the state of carbohydrate metabolism, which is under close monitoring during pregnancy. Most often, doctors are afraid of increased values, which indicate a so-called gestational diabetes. This condition occurs due to insignificant temporal disorders in the process of insulin synthesis, associated with hormonal changes and increased stresses on the pregnant woman's body. It is possible to speak about gestational diabetes if the results of the study on glucose tolerance were unsatisfactory (more than 140-200 mg / dl), and the three-hour analysis confirmed the fears (glucose level above 200 mg / dL). When diagnosing an illness, a pregnant woman should follow a special diet, adhere to the daily routine, and keep blood glucose under control.
But, it is not uncommon for a future mother to need an additional source of dextrose monohydrate, then glucose in pregnancy is administered intravenously with the help of a dropper or intramuscular injection. So, what is glucose used for pregnant women? - Let's find out.
Why are glucose injected into pregnant women?
The action of glucose - the main means of carbohydrate nutrition, directed to improve metabolism and enhance oxidation-reduction processes in the body. Actually, therefore, glucose in pregnancy is administered intravenously to restore the water-salt balance in severe toxicosis, with intoxication of the body. Glucose droppers during pregnancy are indicated for renal failure, hypoglycemia, hemorrhagic diathesis.
Assign the drug when the pregnant woman is severely depleted, while the weight of the fetus is below the norm.
With the threat of abortion and premature birth, injections are often given to pregnant women, which include dextrose monohydrate (glucose) and ascorbic acid.