Preeclampsia is a serious blood pressure disorder that occurs during pregnancy. Preeclampsia is characterized by high blood pressure (hypertension) and high protein levels in the urine (proteinuria). Preeclampsia usually manifests itself after the 20th week of pregnancy. It may potentially endanger other organs and endanger both the mother and her growing fetus (unborn baby).
When you have preeclampsia, your blood pressure is raised (more than 140/90 mmHg), and you may have excessive protein levels in your urine. Preeclampsia puts your heart and other organs under strain and may lead to significant consequences. It may also disrupt blood circulation to your placenta, damage liver, and kidney function, and cause fluid to accumulate in your lungs. Protein in your urine indicates kidney dysfunction. consult your doctor during pregnancy.
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