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HELLP syndrome
Symptoms & Signs
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting that continues to get worse
- Upper abdominal pain
- Vision problems
Diagnosis & Tests
During a physical examination, the doctor may discover upper abdominal tenderness, especially in the right upper side. The liver may be enlarged. Liver function tests (liver enzymes) may be elevated. Red blood cell and platelet counts may be low.
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Review Date : 10/28/2008
Reviewed By : Linda Vorvick, MD, Seattle Site Coordinator, Lecturer, Pathophysiology, MEDEX Northwest Division of Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of Medicine; and Susan Storck, MD, FACOG, Chief, Eastside Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Group Health Cooperative of Puget Sound, Redmond, Washington ; Clinical Teaching Faculty, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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