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Q: Precalmpsia
asked by: mamaX4 on August 8th, 2003
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I had at least 4 episodes of sharp pain which took my breathe away. Also have been light headed at times. Nauseous and I am 27 wks pregnant. Lots of tension at time and feel the need for quiet. Should I get this checked my next appointment is still 2 wks, away. Question
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trevino61601
replied on August 13th, 2003
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Definetly!
You should always advise your doctor of any concerns you have with your pregnancy. There are no "dumb" questions when it comes to the safety of you and your child. I'm sure any doctor would agree on this. These symptoms don't sound like the onset of preeclampsia. But it never hurts to get it checked!
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nikki_caro
replied on August 25th, 2003
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Those are not really the symptoms of pre-eclampsia (im not sure how its spelled) but ask your doctor. My sister had it and the symptoms were swelling of the feet, heartburn, blurred vision, headaches, high blood pressure, protien in your urine and very tired. You might want to look in the net for more info. Its a serious disease and a very scary one too. Ask your doctor. Its better now then too late on your behalf. The doctor told my sister it wouldnt hurt the baby but it would very much hurt her, luckily everything went ok. Good luck!
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trevino61601
replied on August 26th, 2003
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Preeclampsia also known as toxemia have the symptoms listed by nikki-caro. I had it worth my first pregnancy. My doctor suggested that between having gestational diabetes and "toxemia" I should have weekly visits with non-stress tests. Toxemia can constrict blood vessels and affect all your organs. It can cause you to have coma, convulsions and stroke if not treated properly. It is a various serious condition to both you and your unborn and requires close prenatal monitoring thorughout the pregnancy. It is only ended by delivery, so most people with severe cases are induced earlier in the pregnancy.
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