Toxemia
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Toxemia is a term associated with pregnancy that refers to preeclampsia, a complication marked by high blood pressure and effects on other organs during pregnancy.
Common symptoms: It may present with high blood pressure, swelling, severe headache, or vision changes, though sometimes it is detected only during prenatal checkups.
When to see a doctor? Any sign of elevated blood pressure, marked swelling, or discomfort during pregnancy warrants prompt attention.
Which specialist treats it? The OB-GYN is the central provider during pregnancy, and the cardiologist can help manage blood pressure. Regular prenatal checkups are key to monitoring this condition in time.
Data on 125 doctors who treat toxemia
Which specialist treats toxemia?
Toxemia of pregnancy must be evaluated immediately by a Gynecologist; a Cardiologist can help if there are cardiovascular complications.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in toxemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Mayra Yadira Briseño Quintanares
Dr. Aldo Mauricio Cruz Hernández
Dr. Silvia Caballero Delgado
Dr. Karla Areyda Reyes León
Dr. Alan Osmar Alanís Cruz
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Dr. Karina Navalon García
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Eduardo Nieto Vázquez
Frequently asked questions
What is toxemia?
Toxemia is a term associated with pregnancy that refers to preeclampsia, a complication marked by high blood pressure and effects on other organs during pregnancy.
Which doctor treats toxemia?
Toxemia of pregnancy must be evaluated immediately by a Gynecologist; a Cardiologist can help if there are cardiovascular complications.