Preeclampsia

  • World Preeclampsia Day, observed annually on 22nd May 2025, to raise global awareness about preeclampsia, a serious pregnancy complication.
  • Preeclampsia is a serious condition that develops during pregnancy, usually after 20 weeks or so.
  • It is often marked by high blood pressure and protein in the urine and this condition can also affect other organs of the body including the kidneys, liver and brain.
  • In some women, preeclampsia may develop after the delivery of the baby; this is known as postpartum preeclampsia.
  • The only cure for preeclampsia is to give birth.
  • According to the World Health Organization (WHO), preeclampsia affects 2–8% of pregnancies worldwide. ....
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