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Could i possibly have hellp syndrome if i have high blood pressure and am recently getting severe headaches?

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Yes: Hellp syndrome is a complication of pregnancy related to pre-eclampsia. Pre-eclampsia is characterized by high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and headaches. Hellp syndrome additionally causes a dangerous elevation in liver enzymes and drop in platelets. It is a serious complication requiring immediate delivery for the health and safety of mom and baby.

Answered 9/7/2018

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