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Submited by- Team Sitagita on 02 Sep, 2011 PREGNANCY & PARENTING  PREGNANCY  

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Blood pressure can be defined as the amount of force that is exerted by the blood against the artery walls. High blood pressure might be dangerous for pregnant women though most of the pregnant women with high blood pressure usually deliver healthy babies. Most of the mothers do not develop serious complications for having high blood pressure. But, high blood pressure can be dangerous for both the mother and the fetus in some cases. Women with chronic high blood pressure are expected to develop certain complications especially during pregnancy. Some women develop gestational hypertension while they are pregnant. High blood pressure usually affects the mother`s kidneys and organs and can be a major cause of the low birth weight of your baby and premature delivery. The most dangerous complication of high blood pressure during pregnancy is preeclampsia state. Preeclampsia tendencies come into prominence after the 20th week of pregnancy and the intensity of preeclampsia depends on high blood pressure and the protein content in mother`s urine. Preeclampsia is a major cause of fatal pregnancy complications and this can lead to still birth. Seizures is considered to be the most significant symptom of preeclampsia stage. It is very difficult to prevent preeclampsia but the only way to save both the mother and the baby is to go for premature delivery. It is really shocking to notice that the rate of preeclampsia has increased considerably over the years though the rate of gestational hypertension and eclampsia have remained same. If you are pregnant and if you are chronic hypertension patient, then you should first consult a doctor to get prepared for the necessary precautions. Go for regular prenatal care.

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