![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/what-is-pre-eclampsia-the-pregnancy-condition-that-affects-1-in-25-women/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/0_Doctor-measuring-blood-pressure-of-pregnant-woman-on-maternity-leave-while-visit-by-perinatal-center.jpg&description=Research has found that pre-eclampsia doubles the risk for stroke and quadruples the risk for high blood pressure later in life. Here's everything you need to know Around one in 25 pregnancies in the UK are affected by pre-eclampsia, which occurs when the placenta doesn't get enough blood from the mother's body - but what are the symptoms of the concerning condition? The placenta develops during pregnancy and attaches to the lining of the uterus, delivering oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby through the umbilical cord. According to the NHS, pre-eclampsia affects some women usually during the second half of pregnancy or soon after the baby is delivered. Dr. Sara Mesilhy, gastroenterologist at Royal College of Physicians, told the Mirror: 'Pre-eclampsia is generally called toxaemia of pregnancy. It occurs in around two percent up to 10 percent of pregnancies worldwide. Want to get the latest health news direct to your inbox? Sign up for the Mirror Health newsletter HERE "It usually occurs late in pregnancy, after 34 weeks. In rare cases, it can come earlier up to 20 weeks of pregnancy or just after delivery; usually within 48 hours." The doctor added: "The exact mechanism that leads to the development of pre-eclampsia is unknown, but many studies have revealed that it is a disorder of the inner layers of blood vessels of the placenta affecting the way it works.' The most common symptoms of pre-eclampsia is high blood pressure, also known as hypertension, and high levels of protein in your urine. While these symptoms are difficult to spot, they will usually be picked up by a midwife or GP during an antenatal appointment. The NHS has also highlighted the other main warning signs to watch out for. These include: Severe headache Vision problems, such as blurring or flashing Pain just below the ribs Vomiting Sudden swelling of the face, hands or feet Dr Mesilhy said: "These manifestations may be presented by weight gain, shoulder pain, abdominal pain, severe headache){kind=link}
Research has found that pre-eclampsia doubles the risk for stroke and quadruples the risk for high blood pressure later in life. Here’s everything you need to know
Around one in 25 pregnancies in the UK are affected by pre-eclampsia, which occurs when the placenta doesn’t get enough blood from the mother’s body – but what are the symptoms of the concerning condition?
The placenta develops during pregnancy and attaches to the lining of the uterus, delivering oxygen and nutrients to the growing baby through the umbilical cord. According to the NHS, pre-eclampsia affects some women usually during the second half of pregnancy or soon after the baby is delivered.
Dr. Sara Mesilhy, gastroenterologist at Royal College of Physicians, told the Mirror: “Pre-eclampsia is generally called toxaemia of pregnancy. It occurs in around two percent up to 10 percent of pregnancies worldwide.
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