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Hypertension In Pregnancy, All you need to know by Freddonance(m): 8:04am On Jul 11, 2018 |
what is hypertension in pregnancy? A patient is said to be hypertensive when his/her blood pressure[BP] remains consistently high when BP is measured on two or more occasions 4-6hours apart. Normal BP rangers from 100/60mmHg to 135/85mmHg. BP greater than or equal to 140/90mmHg measured in two or more different occasions 4-6hrs apart is considered hypertension. Hypertension in pregnancy also called pregnancy induced Hypertension(PIH) or preeclampsia or gestational hypertension is a common cause of maternal morbidity & mortality if not diagnose early & managed appropriately. PIH can occur at any point in pregnancy usually after the 20th weeks of pregnancy. Hypertension in pregnancy before the 20th weeks means that the person was already hypertensive before the pregnancy(pregestational hypertension). Who are those at risk of PIH 1. it is common in first pregnancy 2. common with advance maternal age 3. Women who change their partner are at increased risk 4. obese women 5. previous history of PIH what are the symptoms of PIH Persons with PIH may complain of 1. Swelling of the legs which can progress to other part of the body 2. headache 3. blurred vision 4. vomiting 5. abdominal pain. what are the complications of PIH[/b] There are a lot of complications of PIH as it affects almost all the systems of the body. women with PIH may have: 1. visual problems 2. liver disease as PIH can cause rupture of the liver capsule 3. convulsions.. the most feared complication. 4. Respiratory problems How to prevent PIH Every pregnant women is encourage to register for ante natal care(ANC) & be regular with her visits. Good ANC visit will help the doctor detect the condition early & determine how to manage them as PIH is a high risk pregnancy. Conclusion PIH is a common condition in pregnancy. It increases the risk of maternal & perinatal morbidity & mortality, With proper ANC, the complications can be prevented. More discussion as comments come in CC Seun. |
Re: Hypertension In Pregnancy, All you need to know by Freddonance(m): 3:17pm On Jul 11, 2018 |
Freddonance:For further info contact the nearest hospital. |
Re: Hypertension In Pregnancy, All you need to know by Antidote333: 10:39pm On Mar 15, 2022 |
Freddonance: This deserves front page |
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