Eclampsia

Till date, the cause of eclampsia remains unknown. Yet, it has been understood that if pre-eclampsia is not controlled, it can lead to eclampsia. Though very few cases of eclampsia are reported in India, a high risk of pre-eclampsia is usually associated with pregnant women who are too young (teenage) or too old (over 40 years of age), and in women with hypertension or kidney disease, among others.

Every pregnant woman must keep herself informed about the dangers of eclampsia, especially in a first-time pregnancy. For more details on the condition and its prevention, join our support group today.

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1. If I have pre eclampsia or eclampsia who should be consulted?

You can consult a gynaecologist or a general physician.

2. Do seizures developed during pregnancy are all due to eclampsia?

No. It can also be due to small clots that block blood vessels in the brain and restrict oxygen or due to genetic risks.

3. What is pre eclampsia?

Pre-eclampsia is high blood pressure that develops or increases during pregnancy.

4. Who are at risk?

A first pregnancy. Diabetes. High blood pressure before pregnancy. Low socioeconomic status. Maternal age below 20 or over 35. Diabetes. High blood pressure before pregnancy. Low socioeconomic status. Maternal age below 20 or over 35.

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