Posted: 04/15/06 - 00:00 Post subject: toximia problems with the baby
I am 29 week pregnant. I went to see a doctor because I had terrible headache, swollen feet and hand. He concluded that those are signs of toxemia, and that happens during the pregnancy. Will my condition cause problems to my baby? Please tell me more about it. I am crying all the time.
Untreated toxemia can cause problems with the unborn baby, because it sometimes progress to convulsion. Since you have noticed the symptoms, your doctor will tell you how to treat it. It can be controlled at home if it is found early and doctor’s instructions are followed. The cause of toxemia is not known, be sure that you always checking your blood pressure.
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