Synonyms of eclampsia

eclampsia

noun

as in convulsion

Related Words

• convulsion
• spasm
• recurrence
• relapse
• pang
• paroxysm
• seizure
• agitation
• throe
• attack
• frenzy
• brainstorm
• siege
• bout
• collapse
• access
• spell
• prostration
• fit
• breakdown
• case
• turn

Dissimilar Words

• arrest
• relief
• remission

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of eclampsia

Midwives generally recommend hospital births for high-risk patients, such as those carrying twins, those with pre-eclampsia, or when a baby is breech (head up instead of down). — Aria Bendix, NBC news, 26 Feb. 2026

Kimber Holmes, 32, has hypertension and pre-eclampsia — a complication that can lead to serious organ damage or even death. — Katia Riddle, NPR, 2 Oct. 2025

According to the World Health Organization, child and teenage mothers face higher risks of eclampsia (seizures), postpartum endometritis (inflamed lining of their uterus due to infection after birth) and systemic infections than women who are 20–24 years old. — Ladan Anoushfar, CNN Money, 1 Sep. 2025

Symptoms of eclampsia include high blood pressure, headaches, blurry vision and convulsions. — Hannah Sacks, People.com, 18 July 2025