What Are Common Signs of Preeclampsia?
Common signs of preeclampsia, or toxemia, include high blood pressure and abnormally high levels of protein spilling into the urine during the second or third trimester of pregnancy. Patients with preeclampsia often experience rapid weight gain, exceeding 2 pounds (0.9 kg) per week, due to retention of excess fluid within the body tissues. Remarkable swelling of the face and extremities may also occur. Patients may experience severe headaches, dizziness, visual disturbances, and agitation. Abdominal pains accompanied by nausea and vomiting, as well as a decrease in urine volume, are other signs of preeclampsia.
