Condition
Preeclampsia
A pregnancy condition with high blood pressure and signs of organ strain, usually after 20 weeks, that needs close monitoring.
Also called: high blood pressure in pregnancy, gestational hypertension, toxemia
Who Can Help with Preeclampsia?
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialists
An OB-GYN who cares for high-risk pregnancies, such as those with diabetes, high blood pressure, twins or concerns about the baby.
- OB-GYNs
A physician who provides care for pregnancy and childbirth and for women's reproductive health, including exams, birth control and menopause care.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about preeclampsia and what is right for you.