Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication that affects more than 3 million pregnant women per year in the US. Though it sometimes develops without any symptoms, it’s common causes are high blood pressure and signs of damage to another organ system, most often the liver and kidneys. High blood pressure may develop slowly, or it may have a sudden onset. Monitoring your blood pressure is an important part of prenatal care because the first sign of preeclampsia is commonly a rise in blood pressure. Some symptoms include abdominal pain, severe headache, changes in reflexes, little or no urine output, dizziness, vomiting and nausea, change in vision, and swelling in the hands and/or feet. The exact cause is unknown however things such as improper functioning of the placenta, high fat and poor nutrition along with genetic factors and family history may cause increased risks.

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