Preeclampsia Help!

ivybug

I have been feeling like crap all day, had diarhea all day (sorry tmi) and just puked everything in my stomach.  Going in for OB check tomorrow - should I just wait until then?  Is there any other symptoms besides puking?

gingerthebee

From BabyCenter.com

 

What are the symptoms of preeclampsia?

Preeclampsia can come on suddenly, so it's very important to be aware of the symptoms.

Call your midwife or doctor right away if you notice swelling in your face or puffiness around your eyes, more than slight swelling of your hands, or excessive or sudden swelling of your feet or ankles.

Sudden swelling is caused by water retention that can also lead to rapid weight gain, so let your caregiver know if you gain more than 4 pounds in a week.

Be aware, though, that not all women with preeclampsia have obvious swelling or dramatic weight gain ? and not all women with swelling or rapid weight gain have preeclampsia.

With more severe preeclampsia, you may experience other symptoms. Call your caregiver immediately if you have any of these warning signs:

• Severe or persistent headache
• Vision changes, including double vision, blurred vision, seeing spots or flashing lights, sensitivity to light, or temporary loss of vision
• Intense pain or tenderness in your upper abdomen
• Nausea and vomiting

Symptoms can vary from woman to woman, and preeclampsia can occur without any obvious symptoms, particularly in the early stages.

Some symptoms of preeclampsia, such as swelling and weight gain, may seem like normal pregnancy complaints, so you might not know you have the condition until it's discovered at a routine prenatal visit. This is one of the reasons it's so important not to miss your appointments.

 

 

hmckeown

Those were my signs when I went into preterm labor. Why would you be worried about PreE? Do you have a history of high blood pressure?

 

DandelionMom

I didn't have?vomiting?with pre-e. ?I was light headed, saw spots, and had headaches. ?And swelling, lots of swelling.

capemom

I never had the puking or the pooping. ?I felt like crap, was really swollen, had a terrible headache and fuzzy vision. ?

Is there is a reason you think it is pre-e rather than a stomach bug? ?Can you get your blood pressure taken somewhere (maybe a pharmacy?) ?

Good luck. I hope you feel better soon.?

whitedress11

maybe call your dr. i had dia when i was pg with jessica.... ended up in the hosptial because i was dehydrated. i hope you feel better soon.

gapgirl972001

I had no symptoms with mine except the swelling of the legs and feet.