Obesity and Chronic Diseases

Obesity and Pregnancy: Risks and Management

An increase in obesity is associated with an increased risk of pregnancy complications such as stillbirth, miscarriage, and recurrent miscarriage. As a result of gestational diabetes, obese pregnant women face difficulty during vaginal delivery and a high risk of miscarriage, as well as a high need for cesarean section, which includes risk complications like C-section wounds and infections.