The list on page 76 can serve as a handy reference guide. Both women and their health care teams will determine when and if it is advisable to get pregnant. Until they are given clearance, it is important for Maria and Doro to continue using contraception. They should also discuss the best form of contraception with their doctors, as well as when they should stop taking it. Pregnancy can cause diabetic eye disease to worsen if it isn't managed.
Pregnancy can cause blood pressure to rise.
If uncontrolled, this can lead to problems with kidneys, heart, eyes, and the pregnancy itself. In general, most diabetes teams want to see at least two Alc levels in the desired range before giving the okay to get pregnant. The presence of protein in the urine would indicate that there is some damage to your kidneys. Kidney disease may complicate the pregnancy. A consultation with a kidney specialist will probably be required if protein is discovered in your urine.