What Are the Treatments for Preeclampsia or Eclampsia?
Treatment for preeclampsia and eclampsia varies based on the severity of the disease, the stage of the pregnancy, and the health of you and your baby. If a woman is near the end of her pregnancy and has mild preeclampsia, she will likely have labor induced. If a woman is not near the end of her pregnancy and has mild preeclampsia, she will most likely be put on bed rest in the hospital so that she can be observed carefully. In a few cases, a woman with mild preeclampsia may be able to go on bed rest at home, once her blood pressure has been normalized, but she must seek medical care immediately if she experiences any symptoms of preeclampsia. Careful follow-up of the mother and her baby is a major part of treatment for preeclampsia. If at any time the mother’s condition worsens or the baby is not doing well, her doctor will recommend delivering the baby either vaginally or by cesarean birth. If mild preeclampsia progresses to severe disease, a medicine (magnesium sulfate) will be given
