The month of May is Pre-eclampsia Awareness Month with the 22nd being recognized as National Pre-eclampsia Awareness Day.
is a disease that shows itself with persistent high blood pressure that develops during pregnancy or the postpartum period and is associated with high levels of protein in the urine OR the new development of decreased blood platelets, trouble with the kidneys or liver, fluid in the lungs, or signs of brain trouble such as seizures and/or visual disturbances.
“So pre-eclampsia is when you develop, high blood pressure and pregnancy, typically with blood pressures greater than 140 over 90. As well as having protein in your urine. We’re having other lab abnormalities. It’s definitely more prevalent. And, the African-American and Hispanic community, for sure,” said Dr. Tamika Cross from Opulence Health and Wellness.
“Women should advocate for themselves every single day. Anybody that loves and supports that patient needs to advocate for them as well,” Dr. Cross added. “I definitely know that it can be uncomfortable to speak up, especially in a position of power where the doctor has already spoken and they’ve already made a diagnosis and a plan. And that’s it. But I think it’s really important to know that you have a voice and you’re able to use it, even when it comes to medical things.
Preeclampsia and related hypertensive disorders of pregnancy impact 5-8% of all births in the United States.
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