preeclampsia
noun
pre·eclamp·sia
ˌprē-i-ˈklam(p)-sē-ə 
: a serious condition developing in late pregnancy that is characterized by a sudden rise in blood pressure, excessive weight gain, generalized edema, proteinuria, severe headache, and visual disturbances and that may result in eclampsia if untreated
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The couple alleges that MercyOne failed to act on signs of preeclampsia during Miranda's pregnancy, leading to the stillbirth of their daughter, Eloise, at 34 weeks gestation.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
Chocolate and Pregnancy Studies suggest that moderate chocolate consumption during pregnancy is safe and may help lower mothers' blood pressure, thereby reducing the risk of preeclampsia.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 14 Apr. 2025
Together the pair engaged in a powerful conversation, with Meghan opening up about the realities of new motherhood, including her experience with postpartum preeclampsia.
—Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Most pregnant people are warned about the risks of preeclampsia during pregnancy, which typically manifests as swelling in hands, feet, and face, and can result in premature birth for the baby and even stroke or kidney failure for the person giving birth if not properly treated.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 8 Apr. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Apr. 2025
Chocolate and Pregnancy Studies suggest that moderate chocolate consumption during pregnancy is safe and may help lower mothers' blood pressure, thereby reducing the risk of preeclampsia.
—Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 14 Apr. 2025
Together the pair engaged in a powerful conversation, with Meghan opening up about the realities of new motherhood, including her experience with postpartum preeclampsia.
—Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Most pregnant people are warned about the risks of preeclampsia during pregnancy, which typically manifests as swelling in hands, feet, and face, and can result in premature birth for the baby and even stroke or kidney failure for the person giving birth if not properly treated.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Preeclampsia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preeclampsia. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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preeclampsia
noun
pre·eclamp·sia
ˌprē-i-ˈklam(p)-sē-ə
: a serious condition developing in late pregnancy that is characterized by a sudden rise in blood pressure, excessive weight gain, generalized edema, proteinuria, severe headache, and visual disturbances and that may result in eclampsia if untreated compare eclampsia sense a, toxemia of pregnancy
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