Has anyone ever had preeclampsia or can anyone tell me anything about it?
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What is Preeclampsia?\n\nPreeclampsia is a disorder that occurs only during pregnancy and the postpartum period and affects both the mother and the unborn baby. Affecting at least 5-8% of all pregnancies, it is a rapidly progressive condition characterized by high blood pressure and the presence of protein in the urine. Swelling, sudden weight gain, headaches and changes in vision are important symptoms; however, some women with rapidly advancing disease report few symptoms. Typically, preeclampsia occurs after 20 weeks gestation (in the late 2nd or 3rd trimesters or middle to late pregnancy), though it can occur earlier. Proper prenatal care is essential to diagnose and manage preeclampsia. Preeclampsia, Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH) and toxemia are closely related conditions. HELLP Syndrome and eclampsia are other manifestations of the same syndrome. It is important to note that research shows that more women die from preeclampsia than eclampsia and one is not necessarily more serious than the other. \n\nPreeclampsia and other hypertensive disorders of pregnancy are a leading global cause of maternal and infant illness and death. By conservative estimates, these disorders are responsible for 76,000 deaths each year.
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Yes, my mother had it since she was in her twenties. She had six children, two coming after she was diagnosed. We are all grown and my mother is now 80. She is actually doing much better now than she was during the early times.\n\nI doubt if there's any serious side effects to be had in your unborn child. I do wish you well and much luck with your condition. I don't wish this on anyone. God bless.
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Blood pressure issues are not uncommon after delivery.  She needs to get this checked..  It is possible that her blood pressure is high.  This can be a very insidious problem and only getting an accurate reading will help.   \n\nSometimes it seems as though the ob/gyn just drops you after the baby is delivered and you have made it past the 6 weeks....  so if they will not see her then her primary care person would be good.  Edema usually signals circulation problems and is worth getting checked out.
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There really aren't any recent advances in the TREATMENT of SLE however there are many many more studies in SLE and pregnancy.  At first it was thought that in no way should a woman with SLE get pregnant as it would almost surely cause a Lupus flare and put her life in jeopardy as well as that of her baby.  Newer studies show that the flare ups during prenancy are more a nomal part of the disease rather than a direct causal link to pregnancy.  In fact many doctors now believe that woman with Lupus may just be feeling what other women nomally feel during pregnancy...aching joints, swelling, backaches...all normal symptoms of pregnancy which can also be symptoms of a Lupus flare.  There is a warning here though...a woman with SLE must be checked for Antiophospholipid syndrome a Lupus associated disease that affects at least 50% of Lupus patients but that can go undiagnosed for years.  This disease causes DVT or blood clots which, during prenancy can be FATAL.  It is not recommended that a woman with both diseases attempt to get pregnant as the risk for stroke and embolism is drastically increased.  SLE patients can expect to deliver prematurely and can expect the normal complications from this type of birth, ie. Cerebal palsy, blindness and deafness (depending on the stage of gestation).  Other than that, many many women have had perfectly normal pregnancies and have had beautiful and healthy children.
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theres a blood clot in the placenta. this might prevent some nutrients getting to the baby. keep an eye on this and visit your doc regularly.
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I had tachicardio and PVC's nothing major just a pill a day until I had dropped a few pounds (after I delivered the baby) and change in diet!\nYou should see a doctor soon though!
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I was under alot of stress when I was pregnant, and I gave birth to a healthy 7 lb. 11 oz little boy...as long as you eat right, and take your prenatal vitamins you should be ok...try doing things to relieve your stress though cause it really isn't good for the baby or for you...good luck and congrats on the little edition!
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Yes, it's normal. It's like when you are pregnant you do not get a period for nine months and the blood just builds up inside and finally when you have the kid you have a really heavy period for like three weeks. You can try taking midol. It should help you feel better.
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Registered Nurse here; Hun sounds like you have a hormonal imbalance.  I strongly suggest you make appointment with OB/GYN and go in for evaluation.  Also don't faint, but if you have been sexually active you could be pregnant.  For many times when the female breast feeds, her menstrual cycles will stop, however ovulation doesn't and bang your pregnant.  Another reason I strongly encourage you to see the Doc.  At any rate this is not normal, and needs to be addressed, so that you can get the imbalanced resolved, prior to it becoming a big issue.  \nThanks for the opportunity to address such a sensitive question.
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Every person and every pregnancy is different. Some women (very few) never miss a period or gain weight or any other signs just a gut feeling. Other women like myself with my first pregnancy 15 years ago are sick through all of it. Then when I was pregnant again just last year at this time (son is now 5 months old) I had no sickness just constant sleepiness for the first 3 months. Maybe the years made a difference or maybe I just enjoyed my last pregnancy more...all I do know is no 2 people are alike so no 2 pregnancies will be the same 100%!
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Mine did this too...first question I would have is are you retaining alot of fluid? My numbness was related to fluid retention and started in the 6th month, and I ended up with toxemia/pre eclamsia... cut back your sodium intake to avoid, and ask your doctor about it. As my condition progressed and turned into eclampsia I also started getting numbness in my face. I hope things  go well for you. It might be nreve related , so ask your doctor. I can only tell you what my experience was. Good Luck & congratulations on the baby.
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better get an EPT and find out...sounds like there is a good chance of it. \nour baby is the joy of our life, if she is she needs to know asap so she can start taking prenatel vitamins and taking good care of her self. \nBest Wishes...this is a big deal and really serious. be positive and know that each and everyone of us are here because of the same condition. it will all work out one way or another. stay positive! Life is a gift...this could be the most important thing she ever does. Do it right and learn as much as you can together. your help is going to mean a lot to her, plus you will be an Auntie!!!!
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First...there is no cure for Lupus but there are alot of charlatins out there that would love to sell you the "cure".\n\nBut yes, it is very possible for you to get pregnant and to do ok.  I would suggest that you are healthly in every other aspect and not starting this out in a flare.  I would also line up a perinatologist.\n\nAlthough a lupus pregnancy is considered high risk, most women with lupus carry their babies safely to the end of their pregnancy. Women with lupus have a higher rate of miscarriage and premature births compared with the general population. In addition, women who have antiphospholipid antibodies are at a greater risk of miscarriage in the second trimester because of their increased risk of blood clotting in the placenta. Lupus patients with a history of kidney disease have a higher risk of preeclampsia (hypertension with a buildup of excess watery fluid in cells or tissues of the body). Pregnancy counseling and planning before pregnancy are important. Ideally, a woman should have no signs or symptoms of lupus and be taking no medications for at least 6 months before she becomes pregnant.\n\nPregnancy counseling and planning before pregnancy are important.\n\nSome women may experience a mild to moderate flare during or after their pregnancy; others do not. Pregnant women with lupus, especially those taking corticosteroids, also are more likely to develop high blood pressure, diabetes, hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), and kidney complications, so regular care and good nutrition during pregnancy are essential. It is also advisable to have access to a neonatal (newborn) intensive care unit at the time of delivery in case the baby requires special medical attention.\n\nI have both Lupus and APS.  I often ask myself these same questions.  Is it fair to have a baby and be sick or possibly die on them.  And being that both you and your mom have Lupus there is a strong familia trait in your family...chances are your baby will develop it.  So, no kids here.  Chances are I will adopt.  I have too many medications that I would have to stop.\n\nAnd since APS is often triggered in Lupus patients during pregnancy, I will give you that page too.
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Yes NHS is crap, similar experience here and I lost my little girl, stillborn at 40 weeks, she had only been dead a week, cord wrapped around her neck. I'd visited my doctor and gynaecologist earlier in the week and they never picked up on it. I knew she'd stopped moving as much but stepmum said it was the calm before the storm. Took me in to start me off, did a scan and told me she was dead, and I'd have to give birth naturally. Sheer hell I'll never forget it. So get your husband to kick but as much as he has to till they take notice. Be careful and good luck. X
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You should look at this one, though I'm not certain it answers your question. This, of course, is just one  little bit from it.\n\n"The researchers also found that women who had bleeding during pregnancy, those who had three or more first-trimester abortions, and those who had either a miscarriage or pregnancy termination in the second trimester were more likely to miscarry after amniocentesis. " (1)\n\nThis also has some good information:\nhttp://www.cdc.gov/genomics/gtesting/ACCE/FBR/CF/CFCliUti_34.htm\n\nBecause I don't know the circumstances of your miscarriage, the possible genetic problems that were being looked for and so on, I can't research\nyour question very well. But a Yahoo! search on "rate of miscarriage amniocentesis" seems to turn up some pretty in-depth reports. Just skip anything like "Baby News" and such. A quick glance can show whether a site is relevant and reputable.\n\nBest luck with future pregnancies, and my condolences on your loss.
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*************In the second or third trimester of pregnancy, a headache could be a sign of severe preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy-induced syndrome that includes high blood pressure, protein in the urine, and other changes which can be Fatal if not treated\nAnthony EMT
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Whenever I am pregnant (just had my 3rd)  I have such high blood pressure, and I OFTEN get those killer instant headaches immediately at the peak of orgasm.  I thought I was the only one...sheesh..   It is an instant, and almost crippling headache.  Kinda kills the mood...