This is a rare but serious condition of pregnancy, usually occurring after 20 weeks. It is defined by the combination of raised blood pressure and protein in the urine. Often there are no symptoms and pre-eclampsia is usually detected through regular antenatal checks, and can sometimes develop quickly.Symptoms include:
severe headaches
sudden increase in swelling – particularly in the face, hands, feet or ankles
problems with your vision such as blurring or bright spots before your eyes
severe pain just below your ribs
feeling very unwell.
These symptoms are serious and may develop suddenly so you should seek help immediately. Pre-eclampsia can affect a number of body organs like liver, kidney and as severity increases, create problems with blood clotting and therefore the maternity team will monitor your health closely. Pre-eclampsia can also affect the baby’s growth and ultrasounds will be undertaken to monitor growth and the fluid around the baby.
This is a rare but serious condition of pregnancy, usually occurring after 20 weeks. It is defined by the combination of raised blood pressure and protein in the urine. Often there are no symptoms and pre-eclampsia is usually detected through regular antenatal checks, and can sometimes develop quickly.
Symptoms include: