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If my bp is normally 90/60 and i'm 33 weeks prgnt with twins and at my last two doctor visits it was 127/72 and my right foot keeps swelling and i've gained 11 lbs in 3 weeks poss pre-eclampsia?

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What did your Ob say: U should be asking your OB and I am sure you also are being followed by a perinatologist u can get swelling without pih and water wt gain but u need to be watched closely as if your pressure keeps going up u may get pre- eclamptic pih is sys BP above 140 and dias above 90 and u need to have the urinary protein monitored as a 24 hr urine can be done to see how much you're losing and liver func test.

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Dr. Christina Sebestyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Unlikely: Although preeclampsia is more common in twin pregnancies, your current signs and symptoms are not highly suspicious for this. You should have your right leg swelling evaluated as uneven leg swelling is concerning for a blood clot in your leg. Call your OB immediately if you have a persistent headache that does not resolve with tylenol, (acetaminophen) visual blind spots, or pain in your right upper belly.

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Yes: It is possible that you are developing preeclampsia. Sudden weight gain, swelling, and BP elevation are all signs and symptoms of preeclampsia although it's hard to make the diagnosis based on these alone. Also, being pregnant with twins puts you at a higher risk. Speak with your doctor and keep an eye on your bp.

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