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Gestational Diabetes

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Gestational Diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy and requires specialized care from healthcare professionals such as obstetricians, endocrinologists, and diabetes educators. It can be controlled through healthy eati...

Skills CategoryHealth Care
Skills SubcategoryObstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN)
Skills TypeSpecialized Skill
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