The only definitive treatment for preeclampsia is delivery of the unborn child and placenta. This intervention, even in the case of premature delivery, is the safest option for both mother and child. In cases where preeclampsia symptoms appear mild (traces of protein in the urine, with minimal elevation of the blood pressure), anti-hypertensive therapy is recommended to regain control of the blood pressure. In some cases this treatment is sufficient to allow a pregnant woman to progress to a more viable stage of pregnancy for delivery in the event that the preeclampsia worsens. In the event that blood pressure ...

Because one of the primary symptoms of preeclampsia is high blood pressure, this in turn makes the pregnant woman at an increased risk of stroke or altered kidney and/or liver function, blood clotting abnormalities, seizures and pulmonary edema as a result of excessive fluid build up in severe cases. In serious cases of preeclampsia which may be subject to delayed or inappropriate treatment, both the mother and the unborn child are at risk of death. Preeclampsia directly affects the blood supply to the fetus, therefore the condition often produces low birth weight, or in many ...

Although eclampsia is a rare complication of pregnancy, approximately 50,000 women worldwide are estimated to die annually because of eclampsia. The reported maternal mortality rate ranges from 1-20% while perinatal mortality rate of neonates born to eclamptic mothers ranges from 1.3-3%. Preeclampsia/eclampsia syndrome is more common in blacks than in Hispanics. Hispanic women are more likely to be affected by this syndrome than white women. Higher incidences of the syndrome in the developing world may be related to racial differences, but effects of other environmental and social factors cannot be underestimated. Preeclampsia/eclampsia ...

Are You Really Prepared For Your New Baby?  Of course not.  Most new parents aren't completely prepared for what is about to happen.  That might seem scary, but it doesn't need to be.  The experience is so full of twists, turns, surprises and learning that no one ever goes through the process with complete knowledge and preparation. However, those who do have a better idea about what to expect and who have a great resource like this to help guide them through parenting can go through the process with increased peace of mind ...

When a woman is healthy, balancing carbohydrates, fat, proteins and eating a variety of fruits and vegetables that usually ensures good nutrition. Women with fears of weight gain or with eating disorders may choose to work with a health professional, to ensure that pregnancy does not trigger an eating disorder. Eating healthy salads will help you to control your weight and there is a wealth of information available today that offers tips for eating well starting from the moment you get early pregnancy symptoms. Healthy eating begins long before conception ever occurs. Try eating starchy snacks, like ...