Gestational hypertension

Gestational Hypertension: Symptoms, Treatment, Management, Complication

Gestational Hypertension or Pregnancy Induced Hypertension (PIH): Gestational hypertension or pregnancy induced hypertension (PIH) is defined as the hypertension that developed as a direct result of the gravid state for the first time in a previously normotensive patient. It is the development of new hypertension in a pregnant woman after 20 weeks gestation without the…

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Hypertension disease

Management, Prevention and Complication of Hypertension

Hypertension Disease: Management, Prevention and Complication What Do You Mean by Hypertension (HTN)? Hypertension (HTN) is the most common medical disorder during pregnancy, with a prevalence of 5-10%% of all pregnancies worldwide. HTN and antihypertensive drugs have adverse effects on both the mother and the foetus. Medical Management of Hypertension Disease: General management: 1. Diet:…

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