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Everything you need to know about preeclampsia
Everything you need to know about preeclampsia A form of pregnancy complication, preeclampsia damages organ systems, typically the liver and kidneys. It is characterized by hypertension, which often begins to act up post 20 weeks of pregnancy. If this condition is left untreated, it can cause some life-threatening consequences for both the mother and the baby. Apart from hypertension, here are some signs and symptoms of preeclampsia: Severe headaches Proteinuria, that is, excessive protein content in the urine Nausea and vomiting Pain in the upper abdomen and under the right side of the ribs Insufficient number of platelets in the blood Vision problems such as sensitivity, blurred vision, or temporary blindness Liver malfunction Fluid buildup in the lungs that causes breathlessness Unusual weight gain and edema, that is, swelling that particularly affects the face and arms Causes of preeclampsia Preeclampsia is a result of multiple factors. Medical researchers believe that it starts in the placenta, an organ that is responsible for nourishing the fetus through the course of pregnancy. In the initial stages of pregnancy, new blood vessels form to ensure that sufficient blood is delivered to the placenta. However, some women develop blood vessels that fail to function efficiently.
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