Have you had pre-eclampsia? Description please.?

Question

My doctor's office is opening in a few hours, and I will call to make an appointment as I am becoming a little concerned re: pre-eclampsia since waking up this morning.

If you have been diagnosed in the past, would you please describe your symptoms, first warning signs, suggestions on what I can check at home, etc.?

Answer 1

All the info you need it here!

http://www.preeclampsia.org/symptoms.asp

Answer 2

My sister was diagnosed with this a week after delivering her first child, its most common with your first.  She was very dizzy, had a headache, and when the at home nurse came to check on her, they checked her into the hospital, they told her if she had stayed home for another hour without going to the dr, she would have had a stroke and died.  

Signs and Symptoms

None

Hypertension

Swelling or Edema

Proteinuria

Sudden Weight Gain

Headache

Nausea or Vomiting

Changes in Vision

Racing pulse, mental confusion, heightened anxiety, trouble catching your breath

Stomach or Right Shoulder Pain

Lower back pain

Hyperreflexia

None

High blood pressure is a silent killer. Oftentimes, women diagnosed with preeclampsia do not feel sick. Many signs and symptoms of preeclampsia mirror other "normal" effects of pregnancy on your body. Women diagnosed with preeclampsia may feel frustrated when prescribed bedrest because they feel fine. If you feel fine, it may be hard for you or your partner to appreciate that preeclampsia is a serious condition.

Answer 3

I started developing it in the end of my 2nd pregnancy with twins. B/P was a LOT higher then normal (I checked it at home and the stores that BP machines regularly to keep an eye on it). Occasional dizziness or "seeing stars". Swelling in the feet or other areas is a common sign...my feet were really swollen.