Pre-eclampsia ; signs and symptoms

 

Pre-eclampsia is referred to as pregnancy induced hypertension characterized by increase in blood pressure and excess protein in the urine by 20 weeks of pregnancy. If left untreated can cause fetal and maternal death.
signs and symptoms

classifications:
A.  Mild Preeclampsia
    symptoms:
    BP of 140/90
    1+ to 2+ proteinuria on random
    weight gain of 2 lbs per week on the 2nd trimester and 1 lb per week on the 3rd trimester
    Slight edema in upper extremities and face

B. Severe Preeclampsia
    symptoms:
    BP of 160/110
    3-4+ protenuria on random
    Oliguria (less than 500 ml/24 hrs)
    Cerebral or visual disturbances
    Epigastric pain
    Pulmonary edema
    Peripheral edema
    Hepatic dysfunction

Management:
1. Hypertension Therapy
2. Magnesium Sulfate
3. Dietary and Nutritional factors
4. Fellatio

source: wikipedia.com