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Written By: Ankit Kumar | Updated : May 16, 2024 5:54 PM IST
Here is how you van manage gestational hypertension or high blood pressure at home.
World Hypertension Day 2024: Gestational hypertension is a stage of high blood pressure during pregnancy that occurs in around 3 in every 50 cases. Gestational hypertension is different from chronic hypertension and mostly happens when a woman has high blood pressure before she gets pregnant. However, it does not come under eclampsia and preeclampsia, a type of blood pressure during pregnancy.
Gestational hypertension generally starts in the second half of pregnancy and goes away normally after the baby is born. However, during pregnancy, it may not show any signs, so it is necessary to get yourself checked frequently. This article delves into types, risks and effective ways to manage gestational hypertension.
During pregnancy, you can struggle with different types of hypertension and their different symptoms.
Chronic hypertension or high blood pressure occurs before or at an early stage during pregnancy and may continue after childbirth. Those with gestational hypertension might also develop preeclampsia and be termed as chronic hypertension.
High blood pressure in the later stage of pregnancy possibly progresses to preeclampsia. Furthermore, frequent monitoring is advised for those who are struggling with gestational hypertension.
This stage of high blood pressure generally occurs after 27 weeks of pregnancy and is characterised by protein in urine. This stage of high blood pressure can affect your various organs and may lead to complications such as seizures.
The risk of gestational hypertension increases if you:
Doctors employ different types of methods to identify and address gestational hypertension, depending on its severity and overall health. Monitoring symptoms closely is essential and may often required to visit your healthcare provider. Treatment may include blood pressure monitoring at your home, medication to lower high blood pressure, or if required hospitalisation. The final goal is to manage gestational hypertension to minimise complications. Monitoring the foetus through ultrasound, and other assessments ensures the well-being of the baby. However, your doctor may prescribe you steroids if required to aid and reduce respiratory issues at birth.
