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Glycosuria in Pregnancy as a Predisposing Cause of Vaginal Thrush; with Special Reference to Its Importance in the Treatment of This Condition.

INTRODUCTION: Attention is drawn to the fact that pregnancy and glycosuria are recognised to be predisposing factors in the causation of vaginal thrush. Confusion exists, however, as to the exact nature of the glycosuria associated with pregnancy. The critical and often serious glycosuria of diabetes mellitus in pregnant women is contrasted with the mild, transient and often symptomless glycosuria of pregnancy. The importance of a full understanding of this subject lies in this, that the treatment of the patient, with or without insulin, depends on it. PART I A REVIEW OF OUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE