Diabetes and
reproductive health
Today in
this article of Medical Health education we are going to discuss the major the problem in the world at this time known as Diabetes. Obesity and insulin
resistance are two of the most common factors that lead to infertility, basically
in women's case.
We are seeing more patients diagnosed with Polycystic Ovarian
Syndrome (PCOS) affects about 25 percent of the population. In most
instances, simple lifestyle changes like weight loss through exercise and a
low-calorie but nutritious diet can help reverse the effects of infertility.
COMMON PROBLEMS
IN DIABETIC WOMEN
One study
found 42 per cent of women with type 2 diabetes experienced reproductive
dysfunction. The problems may include:
❚The Decreases in vaginal lubrication,
resulting in vaginal dryness.
❚Uncomfortable or painful sexual intercourse Problems.
❚Less desire for sexual activity.
❚During Sexual intercourse decreased or absence
of sexual response.
Treatment
The pregnant
Women, need to control their blood sugar. That means you need to watch your insulin,
HgbA1c and hemoglobin levels, as well as your weight on a weekly bases. Take a
proper diet, exercising properly and ensuring adequate nutrition will improve
your chances of conception.
A good
control and proper management of the disease and supervision of the gynecologist
is necessary.
For both men
and women with diabetes, the first step in treating reproductive dysfunction is
to control their blood glucose levels. When your diabetes is in control of you,
there is a decreased risk for many complications, including sex-related
problems.
There are other treatments for sexual dysfunction that may be used to
treat people with diabetes under strict medical supervision. For women with
vaginal dryness, a water-soluble lubricant (such as Astro-Glide or K-Y Jelly)
maybe helpful. Excessive use of vitamins, calcium and other micronutrients to
treat diabetes-related complications can be counter-productive. Home remedies
or quack remedies may do more harm than good to fulfil your desire to bear a
child.
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Reference: Chandigarh-based Expert in gynaecologist
wrote this article.