What is preeclampsia?

Answer by  KatDay (104)

Preeclampsia is a condition in pregnant women that is comprised of 3 main factors- elevated blood pressures, elevated levels of protein in urine and generalized edema (swelling). It mainly occurs in second-third trimester and can become dangerous for woman and her fetus. If blood pressure rises, 24 hour urine collection is done to check the levels of protein and diagnose.

Answer by  jalucia (936)

Preeclampsia only occurs during pregnancy and the postpartum period. It affects mom and the baby. It is characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine. It is one of the leading causers of maternal and infant illness and death. Look for swelling, headaches, weight gain and vision changes.

Answer by  RandomHero (104)

Preeclampsia is high blood pressure during pregnancy. Symptoms include rapid swelling, rapid weight gain, headaches, and vision changes which should all be addressed at each doctors appointment.

Answer by  aecarpenter (516)

Preeclampsia is a condition characterized by protein in the urine and high blood pressure. It usually appears after the 20th week and its symptoms include headaches, changes in vision and sudden weight gain. Your doctor usually checks for it at each appointment.

Answer by  Ali41 (1593)

Preeclampsia is a condition that many pregnant women develop that results in ultrahigh blood pressure. The condition can result in pre-term labor and is dangerous for the mom and baby.

Answer by  Jodie (551)

Preeclampsia is pregnancy-induced high blood pressure. It affects people who have never had a problem with high blood pressure before and it is fairly common, so he was right for you to watch out for it. It can cause many problems, including premature birth and health issues for the baby as well as the mother.