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Preeclampsia
Alternate Names : Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension, Toxemia
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Preeclampsia Prevention
Although there are currently no known prevention methods, it is important for all pregnant women to obtain early and ongoing prenatal care. This allows for the early recognition and treatment of conditions such as preeclampsia.
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- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD - Pediatric)
- Memory Loss
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• Definition
• Preeclampsia Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Preeclampsia Symptoms & Signs
• Preeclampsia Prevention
• Preeclampsia Diagnosis & Tests
• Preeclampsia Treatment
• Preeclampsia Prognosis
• Preeclampsia Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Diabetes
• Eclampsia
• HELLP Syndrome
• Hypertension
• Kidney Disease
• Premature Infant
• Pulmonary Edema
• Thrombocytopenia
Tests & Exams
• Blood Pressure
• Creatinine - Serum
• Liver Function Tests
• Protein - Urine
• Ultrasound
Surgery & Procedures
• C-Section
Other Topics
• High Blood Pressure
• Weight Gain - Unintentional
Review Date : 10/18/2003
Reviewed By : Francisco L. Gaudier, M. D., Maternal Fetal Medicine, Jacksonville, FL. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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