Question 1

what is preeclampsia and how do i know if i have it?

Accepted Answer

See below: It is an illness characterized usually in the latter stages of pregnancy by fluid retention in the legs and face and alarmingly increasing BP measurements. Untreated it can lead to stroke and even death and fetal demise.

Question 2

what is the relationship between preeclampsia and uterine atony?

Accepted Answer

No relationship: There is no relationship between preeclampsia and uterine atony. Both entities can occur completely on their own individually and concomitantly.

Question 3

type 1 diabetic with ivf quads. now preeclampsia. what is prognosis for her and babies at 32 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Both can do well: The outcome for premi's at 32 wks depends on a blend of baby factors & the staffing at the delivery hospital.Avoid delivery in a smaller facility.Delivery with neonatologist & neonatal nurses  standing by with movement to the nicu for stabilization &  initial assessment  permits a smoother process & decreases the risks involved in premi care.Delivery helps mom stabilize & recover.

Question 4

it preeclampsia more common when there is a sudden humidity change?

Accepted Answer

No.: Preeclampsia is a common maternal disease of the third trimester of the pregnancy and results from poor placental invasion of the maternal vessels in the first trimester of pregnancy that later leads to placental failure. Atmospheric conditions have nothing to do with that.

Question 5

can a person with preeclampsia and bilateral papilledema be okay?

Accepted Answer

No.: Preeclampsia and bilateral papilledema suggest intracranial hypertension from brain edema or a stoke and prompt delivery is inidicated to avoid permanent neurologic injury or maternal death!

Question 6

i have preeclampsia 2011  im fat that year  my baby is stillbirth 6 months and i was planning to have a baby next 2014  will  it happen again?

Accepted Answer

Sorry but you have : To take care of yourself , not to repeat same tragedy , you must loose weight , you may be pre diabetic , get it checked , and blood pressure , don't  take too much salt , stay on balanced diet do regular exercises , follow your doctor's advice , then you will be fine

Question 7

what causes preeclampsia?

Accepted Answer

Preeclampsia : That is a good question, it is easier to tell you the treatment than the cause.  The treatment is delivery of the fetus and magnesium for the mother.  Also concerning is that women who have this are at increased risk of hypertension for the rest of their life.

Question 8

how serious is preeclampsia?

Accepted Answer

Very: You may be surprised to know that nutritional deficiency is a major cause, particularly magnesium. See your ob.

Question 9

should i be concerned about preeclampsia?

Accepted Answer

Pre eclampsia: Yes, you should be under the care of a high risk obstetrician

Question 10

whats severe preeclampsia or helpp please!?

Accepted Answer

Bad: Severe preeclampsia is a marked increase in blood pressure along with swelling and protein in your urine.  It can have serious consequences for you and/or the baby.  Hellp syndrome is a variation of severe pre eclampsia that has hemolysis, elevated liver tests and low platelets that can be very dangerous.  Most women with hellp or severe preeclampsia are delivered shortly.

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