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Monday, October, 26, 2009

Preeclampsia Signs

Health Encyclopedia: Eclampsia

Alternative Names

Toxemia with seizures


Symptoms
  • Seizures
  • Severe agitation
  • Unconsciousness
  • Muscle aches and pains

Symtoms of preeclampsia include swelling of hands and face, gaining more than 2 pounds per week, headache, vision problems, and stomach pain. See preeclampsia.


Signs and tests

The health care provider will perform a physical exam and rule out other possible causes of seizures. Blood pressure and breathing rate will be...

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