What is Eclampsia in Pregnant Women?

Description of the disease

Eclampsia is a severe complication of pregnancy characterized by the development of seizures, disruption of internal organ functions, and mental confusion.

Classification

Eclampsia can be classified as pre-eclampsia, essential (gestational) hypertension in pregnant women, and eclampsia.

Symptoms

• High blood pressure;
• Abdominal or headache pain;
• Rapid swelling of the face and hands;
• Pain in the epigastric area;
• Pain in the right shoulder, neck, or eye;

Causes

Causes of eclampsia may include placental dysfunction, hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, coagulation disorders, etc.

Diagnosis

To diagnose eclampsia, the doctor performs blood and urine tests, measures blood pressure, and assesses liver and kidney function.

Treatment

Treatment for eclampsia includes blood pressure control, use of anticonvulsant medications, and hospitalization for monitoring and maintenance of the health of the mother and baby.

Prevention

Prevention of eclampsia includes proper nutrition, stress avoidance, regular blood pressure monitoring, and timely medical care.

Doctor

The doctor who diagnoses and treats eclampsia is called an obstetrician-gynecologist.