Pregnancy And Baby Care Conditions During Pregnancy Treating High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy

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...or happens before the twentieth week of pregnancy.

Gestational hypertension

Those who develop hypertension right at the end of their pregnancy are known to have gestational hypertension. There are no symptoms of this kind of high blood pressure.

Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension or PIH

This is also known as Preeclampsia or Toxemia, and can cause serious problems for the baby and the mother if it isn’t treated quickly. This condition develops after the twentieth week of pregnancy and can also lead to changes in the blood, protein in the urine and other problems.

Problems during High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy

Chronic hypertension

In this case, the baby might develop too slowly as it may not be able to get enough oxygen or nutrients. Mothers might develop PIH, which can prove to be very dangerous.

Gestational hypertension

While there aren’t any risks that you should be worried about, you might develop hypertension later in life. But one thing to keep in mind is that this type of high blood pressure can turn into PIH.

PIH

This can cause dizziness, abdominal pain, vision loss, blurred vision, and headaches. It can lead to premature birth, low birth weight of the bay and slow growth of the baby. If you also get eclampsia, then it can even prove to be fatal.

Treatment for High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy

Speak to a doctor about accurate information about treating high blood pressure during pregnancy. Treatment for high blood pressure during pregnancy is very important and the treatment plan often depends upon the underlying reason for it. The physician will monitor the growth of the baby by doing frequent ultrasound tests and other tests at the end of your pregnancy. You will be monitored for PIH.

Gestational hypertension

While no treatment is needed for this condition, you will be monitored closely by the doctor to make sure that you do not develop PIH.

PIH

The treatment plan depends upon your due date as well as upon the health of your baby and you. The delivery of the baby can stop PIH. If the baby is born premature, there might be health complications. An early birth might be necessary if your baby or you are sick. If the physician decides that you can continue full term, then he’ll monitor your and your baby’s health. You will need to do blood tests frequently. Bed rest is advisable and you might need to take off from work to be at home.