Q. With reference to “Macrosomia” seen in the news recently, consider the following statements:
1.It is the disease caused by the unhygienic living practices amongst the women.
2.High blood sugar during pregnancy can increases the risk of Macrosomia.
Select the correct statement using the code given below

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Macrosomia is a term used to describe giant babies. Any baby that weighs more than 4kg, regardless of its gestational age, is said to have macrosomia.

Statement 2 is correct. High blood sugar during pregnancy can increases the risk of Macrosomia.

Source: ForumIAS