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Preeclampsia (cont.)

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When to Seek Medical Care

Seek medical care if:

  • you have any question about either your health or your baby's health
  • you have a severe or persistent headache or any visual disturbance (such as double vision or seeing spots)
  • you have severe pain in the middle of your belly or on the right side of your belly under your ribs
  • you notice any unusual bruising or bleeding
  • you notice excessive swelling or weight gain
  • your baby has slowed down its movements
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Preeclampsia is a pregnancy-specific syndrome characterized by new-onset hypertension and proteinuria, occurring usually after 20 weeks' gestation.

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