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High blood pressure during pregnancy
It is not uncommon to have high blood pressure (BP) during pregnancy. The amount of blood needed by the heart to pump blood to all organs is constantly increasing every 20 minutes until about 7 liters of blood are transfused every minute.
If the heart is pumping too fast, the heartbeat may be felt because each contraction of the heart is not as strong or coordinated as it should be. The combination of an excess amount of blood and a more effective effect on the heartbeat means that it really needs to have more of an effect on blood pressure.
But the protective factors in the blood vessels during pregnancy make them more dilated and elastic. This means that most women do not have problems with their blood pressure. Their body covers all the extra blood flow and they work very well.
Progesterone, the soothing hormone of pregnancy, helps support changes in blood vessels. While most of its effects are beneficial, not all are. The other side of the story about progesterone is that hemorrhoids and varicose veins are common. These are unwanted side effects of dilation of blood vessels and for many women, pregnancy can always be a reminder and a constant reminder that it is not the most wonderful period of life they can expect.
What is high blood pressure anyway?
High blood pressure or hypertension occurs when the blood pressure is too high as it is pumped through the veins. With each heartbeat, the left ventricle (one of the four major chambers) contracts and expels oxygen-filled blood through the aorta.
If the blood pressure is too high during bleeding, it has a flow effect because it is forced along the walls of the arteries. When blood pressure is measured, the first or higher reading - the systolic measurement - records the pressure in the arteries as the heart contracts. A second, or diastolic, reading measures the pressure in the arteries as the heart rests, pausing between each heartbeat. Blood pressure is always recorded in millimeters of mercury, i.e., the amount of pressure required to raise the mercury column.
An outdated blood pressure source and sphygmomanometer are still considered the most accurate way to measure BP, despite modern technology.
What is normal blood pressure (BP)?
Normal blood pressure is usually below 140/90. It depends on the size of the mother, her activity, and how hydrated she is. Some women have significant hypertension, i.e., high blood pressure, even before they become pregnant. They need extra close monitoring because any climb could mean they or their children are at additional risk.
Others develop high blood pressure before growth until the 20th week of pregnancy. The general assessment of health practitioners is that when this happens, the mother may have already had problems with hypertension before she became pregnant, but this has never been identified. In mothers with existing hypertension, they are at higher risk of developing preeclampsia.
Normal blood pressure |
120/80-129/84 |
High normal blood pressure |
130/85-139/89 |
BP rose slightly |
Read between 140 / 90-159 / 99 |
Moderately high blood pressure |
Reading between 160 / 100–179 / 109 |
BP is very high |
Reading is 180/110 or higher |
Risk of having high blood pressure during pregnancy
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There is an increased risk of placental insufficiency in which the placenta or part of it protrudes from the uterine wall, which can lead to bleeding and cessation of blood and oxygen flow in the baby.
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A chronic problem associated with hypertension in the mother after the birth of a baby
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Women who transition from hypertension to preeclampsia may have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease in later life.
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Decreased blood flow to the fetus can lead to this risk of preterm birth and related problems
What usually happens?
During pregnancy, there are usually small changes in the mother’s blood pressure during the first 30 weeks of pregnancy. It is normal to climb a little from this stage to the full term and there is nothing to worry about at all. If preeclampsia is present, it usually occurs in the second half of pregnancy.
The mother is diagnosed with hypertension (PIH) which causes pregnancy when she develops high blood pressure for the first time after 20 th week of pregnancy.
It is usually possible to return to normal blood pressure readings six weeks before or before birth. If not, it is recommended to conduct inspections and follow up carefully.
Treatment of high blood pressure during pregnancy
There are a number of factors to consider when planning a service:
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How high the BP scores are - the split reading is not as significant as two rising scores or more noted.
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The location of the mother and how far she is from medical care and follow-up. Living in a village or in an isolated area is more dangerous, especially when access to obstetric care and services is limited.
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How many children a mother has - twins and reproductions increase the risk of having high blood pressure.
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Obstetric history of each mother.
Methods of treatment
Consult a medical professional for the best treatment options.
When does blood pressure turn into something else?
If there is high blood pressure and protein accumulation in the urine, then a diagnosis of preeclampsia is made. Check out the Preeclampsia section for more information. The combination of high blood pressure, protein in the urine, swelling, and sudden weight gain are among these symptoms.
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