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Read More... May 13, 2022Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is a complication of pregnancy characterized by high blood pressure and high levels of protein in the urine. It usually arises after at least 20 weeks of pregnancy and may cause complications for mother and child.
The precise cause of preeclampsia is unknown, but risk factors include obesity, pregnancy with more than one fetus, being a young teenager, or being over the age of 35. A history of certain other medical conditions and complications may also increase the risk, such as a history of high blood pressure, diabetes, or kidney disorders.
Symptoms of preeclampsia include a persistent headache, sudden unexpected weight gain, changes in vision, decreased urine output, upper abdominal pain, nausea, and abnormal swelling of the hands and face. In severe cases, preeclampsia may cause low levels of platelets in the blood, poor liver function, impaired kidney function, and shortness of breath.
Preeclampsia is usually only cured when the baby is delivered, but certain medication used to treat hypertension may also be prescribed. Drug classes commonly used to treat preeclampsia are magnesium supplements and in some cases blood thinners, such as aspirin.
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