Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is a condition also known as toxemia. It starts after 20 weeks of pregnancy and causes high blood pressure, protein in the urine and problems with the kidneys and other organs.
Symptoms can include:
- Water retention and swelling
- Headaches
- Blurred vision
- Excessive fatigue
- Nausea or vomiting
- Upper right abdominal pain
- Infrequent urination
- Shortness of breath
- Easily bruised
Who is at risk?
All pregnant women are at risk for developing preeclampsia.
Women at higher risk include:
- First time mothers
- Gestational hypertension or preeclampsia history
- Genetic history
- Women carrying multiple babies
- Women younger than 20 and older than 40
- Women with prior high blood pressure or kidney disease
- Women who are obese or have a BMI of 30 or more
Preeclampsia affects both mother and baby. Left untreated, preeclampsia can cause maternal stroke, seizures or fetal death. If you have preeclampsia, close maternal and fetal surveillance is necessary to determine the best time to deliver your baby. Some women with preeclampsia need inpatient observation while others may be watched closely without being admitted to the hospital until time for delivery.
Jared T. Brownfield, MD, FACOG
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Route 60 304.399.2480
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
Jessica Buerck, MD, FACOG
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
- Marshall OB/GYN - Teays Valley 304.691.1800
William N. Burns, MD, FACOG
Clinical Interests:
- Gynecology
- Obstetrics
- Reproductive Health - Men
- Reproductive Health - Women
- Telemedicine
Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
- Marshall OB/GYN - Teays Valley 304.691.1800
Yolanda Campbell, MD, FACOG
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Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Teays Valley 304.691.1800
David G. Chaffin, Jr., MD, FACOG
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Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
- Marshall OB/GYN - Teays Valley 304.691.1800
- Perinatal Center at Cabell Huntington Hospital 304.526.2124
Kevin J. Conaway, MD, FACOG
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
- Marshall OB/GYN - Teays Valley 304.691.1800
Jesse N. Cottrell, MD, MSc, FACOG
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Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
- Marshall OB/GYN - Teays Valley 304.691.1800
- Perinatal Center at Cabell Huntington Hospital 304.526.2124
Adam M. Franks, MD
Clinical Interests:
- Clinical Research
- Newborn Care
- Obstetrics
- Primary Care
- Telemedicine
Locations:
- Marshall Family Medicine - Lavalette 304.697.9480
Stacey N. Hensel, MD, FACOG
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Teays Valley 304.691.1800
Hisham A. Keblawi, MD, FACOG
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Route 60 304.399.2480
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
Brenda L. Mitchell, MD, FACOG
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Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
Amanda N. Pauley, MD, FACOG
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Route 60 304.399.2480
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
Amy "Ally" Roy, MD, FACOG
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Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Route 60 304.399.2480
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
Kristin Sinning, MD, MPH, FACOG
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Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
Emily Sloane, MD
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
- Marshall OB/GYN - Route 60 304.399.2480
- Marshall OB/GYN - Huntington 304.691.1400
Morgan C. Stickler, MD
Clinical Interests:
Locations:
- Marshall Family Medicine - Lavalette 304.697.9480
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Additional Information
Womenshealth.gov - Pregnancy Complications
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists - Preeclampsia