Preeclampsia After Delivery: An Overview
For the majority of women who develop
preeclampsia during pregnancy, the preeclampsia cure is delivery of the baby. In 1 to 2 days,
preeclampsia symptoms usually fade. Infrequently,
symptoms of preeclampsia continue after the baby is delivered. This is known as postpartum preeclampsia. It is also possible for a woman who did not have preeclampsia during pregnancy to develop preeclampsia after delivery. In this case, studies have shown that symptoms can begin up to 6 weeks after the delivery of the baby.
Symptoms of Preeclampsia After Delivery
Women who develop preeclampsia after delivery may experience symptoms such as:
- Headache
- Decrease in the amount of urine produced
- High blood pressure
- Vision problems (such as seeing spots, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light)
- A low amount of blood-clotting cells (known as platelets).
Preeclampsia after delivery may result in more severe symptoms, including:
- Multiple organ failure
- Blood-clotting problems
- Infections
Treating Preeclampsia After Delivery
If a woman develops preeclampsia after delivery, treatment will depend on the severity of the symptoms.
Some treatment options may include:
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