Symptoms of Eclampsia

Typically patients with eclampsia show signs of pregnancy-induced hypertension and proteinuria prior to the onset of the hallmark symptoms of eclampsia, which include -

Seizures
Agitation (severe)
Unconsciousness for a variable period of time
Decreased urine output
Headaches
Nausea and vomiting
Pain in the right upper part of the abdomen
Shortness of breath
Sudden weight gain over 1 to 2 days
Swelling of the face or hands
Visual impairment
Possible musculoskeletal aches and pains after an event caused by trauma

Published on Sep 24, 2014
Last Updated on Sep 24, 2014

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