About Pregnancy & Childbirth: May is National Preeclampsia Month

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May is National Preeclampsia Month May 27th 2013, 10:26 Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH) is high blood pressure in pregnancy, but it can also lead to more serious complications, including preeclampsia. Left untreated preeclampsia can lead to eclampsia, which can cause many problems for you and your baby including seizures, strokes, and even death. Good prenatal care is the only screening that is helpful in detecting preeclampsia, this is why it is emphasized. About 5-8% of pregnancies will experience some form of the disease. The Preeclampsia Foundation is hosting walks to raise money for research as well as education, declaring May National Preeclampsia Month. Do you know anyone who has suffered from preeclampsia or eclampsia?   Related:   HELLP Syndrome Pregnancy Complications Prenatal Testing Common Birth Defects   Photo © iStockphoto May is National Preeclampsia Month originally appeared on About.com Pregnancy & Childbirth on Monday, May 27th, 2013 at 10:26:41. Permalink | Comment | Email this

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