Harmful habits and stress can provokeincreased pressure during pregnancy. Photo: Getty The figures are not lower than 90/60 and not higher than 140/90. It is recommended to take measurements once a week, preferably at the same time: in the morning or in the evening. With deviations from the norm, you need to check the pressure every day. High blood pressure during early pregnancy is a rare phenomenon. Usually it, on the contrary, is lowered in the first trimester, it is explained by the restructuring of the organism. Hypertension provokes narrowing of the walls of blood vessels. This can cause hypoxia or lead to malnutrition of the fetus. This situation is fraught with abnormalities in the development of the unborn child, and in some cases, the termination of pregnancy. Deviation from the norm is considered to be a pressure increased by 5-15 units. High blood pressure during pregnancy in later terms can cause placenta detachment. This process is characterized by abundant blood loss, which can cause the death of both the mother and the baby. Although in some cases - usually in the last month - the pressure increased by several units is considered acceptable, since the weight of the fetus during this period is doubled. The baby is already fully formed, and the body is hard to cope with such a load.
Causes of hypertension in pregnancy
High blood pressure during pregnancy can be caused by:
- Stress.
- Heredity.
- Various diseases: diabetes, thyroid problems, abnormal adrenal function, obesity.
- Bad habits. Especially it concerns those women who used before pregnancy alcohol every day.
- Incorrect diet: the predominance of the menu of women smoked products and pickles, as well as fatty and fried foods.
It should be borne in mind: the pressure will always be slightly increased immediately after awakening.
What if I have high blood pressure during pregnancy?
Do not self-medicate under any circumstances.All medications, even herbal infusions, should be prescribed by a doctor. It is worth reviewing your diet. It should be dominated by fermented milk products, lean meat, fresh or boiled vegetables. Cranberry juice, beetroot and birch juices, hibiscus help normalize blood pressure. But it is better to refuse strong tea and chocolate. Make friends with a tonometer to monitor your blood pressure, and in case of deviations, immediately contact a doctor.
