Factors that can be ameliorated before and after pregnancy
In the case of women with diabetes complications, and especially in the case that diabetic retinopathy is present, the patient needs to undergo evaluation and treatment by an ophthalmologist. For example, if the patient was being treated before pregnancy for proliferative retinopathy using photo-coagulation therapy, pregnancy is possible. In addition, it is necessary to educate the patient about points to be careful about with regard to further pregnancies.