Pregnancy is a process that every expectant mother wants to experience in health and happiness. However, this process may not always proceed as the expectant mothers plan.
Blood pressure disorder, popularly known as pregnancy poisoning, which usually occurs after the 20th week of pregnancy, is a rare and serious disease experienced by pregnant women.
The Name of the Disease is "Preeclampsia"
Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist Op. points out that the factors that cause pregnancy poisoning are not well known in the society. Dr. Meriç Çağrı Ağır said, “It is a condition in which the blood vessels going from the expectant mother to the baby cannot dilate sufficiently and, accordingly, not enough blood can flow to the baby. “In case of preeclampsia, high blood pressure may occur or there may be a constant increase in your blood pressure.” he said.
It Ranks Among the First Causes of Death
Op stated that preeclampsia is among the first causes of death of expectant mothers around the world. Dr. Meriç Çağrı Ağır said, “Pregnancy poisoning is among the top causes of death for expectant mothers in our country.
The risks of preeclampsia can be minimized thanks to early diagnosis and determination of the correct treatment methods to be applied.
Symptoms of preeclampsia can be mild or severe. Even sudden and slight changes in blood pressure are points that require extreme attention.
A slight change in blood pressure may not be felt, but it should be monitored regularly by your doctor. In such cases, birth can be initiated when the pregnancy period is over. High increases in blood pressure can be noticed by expectant mothers. In this case, expectant mothers should be monitored more closely.” said.
Preeclampsia Is Confused with Eclampsia
Emphasizing that preeclampsia affects the entire organ system with changes in blood pressure, Ağır said, “Preeclampsia is often confused with Eclampsia. Eclampsia is a much more serious disease.
The possibility of having a seizure increases due to high blood pressure. Expectant mothers with eclampsia may experience spasms in their arms and legs. In some cases, temporary loss of consciousness may also occur. It poses a risk that threatens the life of the expectant mother. Most of the time, the baby needs to be taken urgently without waiting for the normal birth time.” "He said.
Can Preeclampsia Be Treated?
He stated that the treatment of preeclampsia may vary depending on the degree of the disease and said, "It also depends on the week of pregnancy. It is a second criterion.
These two criteria constitute important data in terms of monitoring the pregnancy. The main goal of treatment is to minimize the negative effects of preeclampsia on the mother and baby. In risky situations, the birth of the baby can be considered as a mandatory choice.
Regular follow-up is extremely important in cases of preeclampsia, as in every process of pregnancy. "Preeclampsia disease processes can be followed by considering all risk factors before pregnancy." He said.
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