Is it normal or something has to be done?
2006-11-07 19:03:02 · 4 answers · asked by Melanie KK 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Pregnancy Induced Hypertension is one of the most common problems in mid to late pregnancy which is why we like to see you more frequently towards the end.
WHO GETS IT???
In some women certain factors make it worse
poor diet
obesity
age
general health
family history
this is not always the case even a super fit slim woman can have high blood pressure
WHAT DOES IT DO TO MY BABY
The problem is that it affects the blood flow to the placenta which starves the baby of essential nutrients and we need to monitor
your level of BP
protein in your urine
growth of the baby
fluid volume
babies kicks and movements
and the aging process of the placenta
certain chemicals in your blood
all these are affected to varying degrees some are mild some moderate and some severe..
WHAT CAN I DO
Its hard to tell in some instances who will do well and who will do poorly so your responisibility is to
visit the doctor regularly
report
severe heartburn,
spots before your eyes,
blurred vision,
severe swelling,
headache or
reduction in baby movements
Dont stress be watchful and take it easy....
2006-11-07 19:14:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i had pregnancy induced hypertension with my first. Keep an eye on it. I had to be induced at 36 weeks. Baby came out fine! However my pressure stayed up for a month after she was born. I'm pregnant again (15 weeks) and careful of my pressure now. They gave me an epidural when i was only 2 cm dialated, because pain puts your pressure up even more. Best of luck to you and your new baby. Keep those feet elevated.
2006-11-08 04:44:03 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This question would be better addressed to your doctor. Have you been going to routine visits? (Surprisingly some do not.) Can you talk to your nurse tomorrow?
The thing is, many ladies get hypertension while pregnant and have to be monitored, and some need bedrest. If you're asking me as a member of Yahoo Answers, I'd say stay off your feet except to pee and that's it.
2006-11-07 19:11:22 · answer #3 · answered by bluasakura 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is extremely important that you talk to a proper doctor about this.
2006-11-07 19:13:58 · answer #4 · answered by mj_indigo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋