Which preexisting factor is known to increase the risk of GDM?
A) Underweight before pregnancy
B) Maternal age younger than 25 years
C) Previous birth of large infant
D) Previous diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus

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A previous birth of a large infant suggests GDM.Obesity (body mass index [BMI] of 30 or greater)creates a higher risk for gestational diabetes.A woman younger than 25 years is not generally at risk for GDM.The person with type 2 diabetes mellitus already has diabetes and thus will continue to have it after pregnancy.Insulin may be required during pregnancy because oral hypoglycemia drugs are contraindicated during pregnancy.

Which Preexisting Factor Is Known to Increase the Risk of GDM