Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension
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Pregnancy-induced hypertension is an elevation of blood pressure that appears during pregnancy, generally after the first half of the pregnancy, in women who previously had normal readings.
Why it matters: Monitoring blood pressure during pregnancy is part of prenatal care, since it can affect both the mother's health and the baby's development.
Signs worth mentioning: Persistent headache, noticeable swelling in the hands or face, changes in vision, or a sudden weight gain typically prompt a checkup.
Who treats it? The gynecologist and, depending on the case, the internist or the nephrologist support the follow-up; for any concern during pregnancy, the most sensible thing is to have it evaluated by a health professional.
Data on 4,152 doctors who treat pregnancy-induced hypertension
Which specialist treats pregnancy-induced hypertension?
Pregnancy-induced hypertension should be closely monitored by a gynecologist. If there's an emergency, an emergency medicine physician can step in, and a general practitioner can support follow-up. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pregnancy-induced hypertension
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Talina Mendivil Sánchez
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Fátima Azucena Dominguez Carrion
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Frequently asked questions
What is pregnancy-induced hypertension?
Pregnancy-induced hypertension is an elevation of blood pressure that appears during pregnancy, generally after the first half of the pregnancy, in women who previously had normal readings.
Which doctor treats pregnancy-induced hypertension?
Pregnancy-induced hypertension should be closely monitored by a gynecologist. If there's an emergency, an emergency medicine physician can step in, and a general practitioner can support follow-up. Find these specialists.