PRE-ECLAMPSIA
PRE-ECLAMPSIA is a serious condition that causes a sudden increase in blood pressure during pregnancy usually characterized by high blood pressure, protein in the urine and edema generally happens after the 20th week of pregnancy can affect several of the body organs, including the liver, kidney and brain may develop after childbirth, a condition known as postpartum preeclampsia TYPES Mild Pre-eclampsia Mild pre-eclampsia is characterized by a blood pressure of 140/90 mm Hg and high levels of protein in the urine. Severe Pre-eclampsia People with severe pre-eclampsia manifest the signs of mild pre-eclampsia plus signs of kidney or liver damage, low platelet count, fluid in your lungs, headaches and dizziness, and visual impairment. CAUSE The exact cause of pre-eclampsia is unknown but some potential causes are being explored. These includes: genetic factors blood vessel problems autoimmune disorders insufficient blood flow to the uterus RISK FACTORS Risk factors associated with preec