Understanding Preeclampsia During Pregnancy
- persistent headache
- stomach or chest pain
- irritability
- decreased urination
- nausea
- vomiting
- changes in vision
Your doctor may be able to diagnosis preeclampsia if you have some combination of high blood pressure readings, protein in the urine and other maternal symptoms. HELLP syndrome, a severe variant of preeclampsia, may be diagnosed with high levels of liver enzymes or abnormal blood platelet measurements.
If you receive a diagnosis for preeclampsia, your health care professional can monitor your baby's well-being with a fetal ultrasound and a non-stress test.
Q: How is preeclampsia treated?
A: Although delivery of your baby is the only way to treat preeclampsia, your doctor may decide to monitor your pregnancy more closely in the hospital or, if your preeclampsia appears to be very mild, at home, until your baby has a good chance of a healthy delivery. Your doctor may recommend:
