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Suggest Treatment For High BP During The Third Trimester

I was had high blood pressure prior to pregnancy.. I was taken off meds during 3rd trimester due to low blood pressure... Last couple days pressure has been high ...just took blood pressure it is 198/104 ...should I go to ER to get meds til I can get to my physician...
Tue, 3 Nov 2015
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Hi & Welcome.
I can understand your concern for the high BP during third trimester.

High BP in third trimester can lead to serious even fatal complications like preeclampsia which can be harmful to both mother and the growing fetus (baby).
It can cause growth retardation of the fetus, low birth weight or preterm birth. Prematurity can lead to breathing problems for the baby.
Placental abruption (separation) can cause heavy bleeding.
Premature delivery to prevent potentially life-threatening complications.

In view of the above possible complications, you are therefore advised to consult an obstetrician for the immediate treatment of high BP, which may involve the use of medications like Methyldopa or Hydralazine.

Hope this answers your query.


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Suggest Treatment For High BP During The Third Trimester

Hi & Welcome. I can understand your concern for the high BP during third trimester. High BP in third trimester can lead to serious even fatal complications like preeclampsia which can be harmful to both mother and the growing fetus (baby). It can cause growth retardation of the fetus, low birth weight or preterm birth. Prematurity can lead to breathing problems for the baby. Placental abruption (separation) can cause heavy bleeding. Premature delivery to prevent potentially life-threatening complications. In view of the above possible complications, you are therefore advised to consult an obstetrician for the immediate treatment of high BP, which may involve the use of medications like Methyldopa or Hydralazine. Hope this answers your query.