Hypertension during pregnancy can be a problem for both baby and the mother. Thus it is of utmost importance that during pregnancy a good health should be maintained along with controlled blood pressure and cholesterol levels. With an increase in multiple births and women of older age the risk of hypertension during pregnancy has increased. But if proper care is taken it can be avoided. Types of Pregnancy Hypertension: There are three prominent forms of hypertension that can be seen during pregnancy.
The pregnant ladies should be aware of the same. These are: Preeclampsia : This is the most common and serious hypertension during pregnancy. This hypertension can only be controlled by delivering the fetus, which usually involves complications like death of the mother or child. This occurs 20 weeks after pregnancy. Gestational Hypertension : This form is only prevalent during pregnancy and…
