Eclampsia
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Toxemia with seizures refers to a pregnancy complication in which elevated blood pressure and other abnormalities are accompanied by seizures. It is a serious situation that requires medical attention without delay.
Signs that are often described: high blood pressure, swelling, severe headache, vision changes, and, in its most severe form, seizures.
When to seek urgent help? During pregnancy, if you have a severe headache, vision changes, or marked swelling, going to a medical facility immediately is essential.
Who treats it? The OB-GYN is the professional who monitors the pregnancy and this type of complication, and in certain cases a vascular specialist may be involved. Regular prenatal care with the OB-GYN is the best way to protect the health of both mother and baby.
Data on 89 doctors who treat eclampsia
Which specialist treats eclampsia?
Toxemia with seizures during pregnancy is managed by a gynecologist, a specialist in women's health during pregnancy. Seek this specialist immediately if you experience sudden swelling, high blood pressure, or seizures during pregnancy, as this is an emergency.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in eclampsia
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. Rubén López Muñoz
Dr. Jazmin Rojas Romero
Dr. Karen Arlette Rivera Méndez
Dr. Matilde Ruiz Rodríguez
Dr. Karina Navalon García
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. Eduardo Nieto Vázquez
Dr. Andrea Isela Ambriz Reyes
Dr. Eva Bonifacio
Dr. Abraham Morones García
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Luis A. Hernández López
Dr. Ricardo Andrés Solís García
Dr. Leonardo Ramírez Martínez
Dr. Zaira Artemisa Castañeda Morales
Frequently asked questions
What is eclampsia?
Toxemia with seizures refers to a pregnancy complication in which elevated blood pressure and other abnormalities are accompanied by seizures. It is a serious situation that requires medical attention without delay.
Which doctor treats eclampsia?
Toxemia with seizures during pregnancy is managed by a gynecologist, a specialist in women's health during pregnancy. Seek this specialist immediately if you experience sudden swelling, high blood pressure, or seizures during pregnancy, as this is an emergency.