Preeclampsia, also known as toxemia is a disease characterized by the gradual development of high blood pressure (over 140/90) that is often accompanied by protein excretion in the urine and excessive swelling of legs, hands, and face. It only occurs during the last half of pregnancy or in the first few days postpartum and always resolves within a few days to weeks after … [Read more...]
Stretching Exercises May Help Fight Pre-eclampsia During Pregnancy
May 22 is recognized as World Pre-eclampsia Day, aiming to raise awareness about preeclampsia, a pregnancy-specific hypersensitive disorder. Stretching exercises may be more effective at reducing the risk of preeclampsia than walking for pregnant women who have already experienced the condition and who do not follow a workout routine, according to researchers at the … [Read more...]
Tests for Detecting Preeclampsia
There are a series of blood tests to detect signs of preeclampsia also called toxemia, when a pregnant woman develops high blood pressure and proteinuria during pregnancy. It is a complex condition the should not be ignored as it is characterized by high blood pressure, swelling in the limbs or face, and protein in the urine. Pre-eclampsia can prevent the placenta from getting … [Read more...]
