Pre-eclampsia?

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I'd love to hear some experiences from other moms who have experienced this. 
My symptoms could be completely normal and just regular pregnancy related. But I'm such a nervous person! Lol plus I tend to over think things. 
I've had swelling in my feet, ankles and hands to the point where my rings that have always been too big (like at least 1 size) are snug and have left dig marks in my fingers. Plus, my feet have hurt so badly every day even after not doing much the day before.
Last night I got out of the shower and sat down for a few minutes and i started seeing stars and was super confused because I had never had that happen before. Oh, and I have had blurred vision on quite a few occasions but I think it was when my blood pressure dropped. According to my doctor at least that's what he thinks lol
And I have had "heartburn" that makes me throw up probably 4 or so times (most recently three nights ago) I woke up out of a dead sleep because of heartburn and realized I had to pee so I got up... and a few minutes later I was throwing up horribly. I have just figured it was heartburn (which is still could be) but I had never heard of epigastric pain that feels like heartburn and can cause nausea and vomiting. But I guess it is a symptom of pre-eclampsia. Prior to pregnancy, I had only had heartburn twice in my life. So I am not really sure if what I'm feeling is or isnt. Oh, and it said that epigastric pain isn't brought on by food, which mine isnt. I actually only get it when I'm hungry lol
These things could all be normal! And I have an appointment with my OB tomorrow so I will definitely at least mention these things to him. But I'm just hoping to hear from some of you who have experienced this! Thanks! :)

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I had hypertension before I got pregnant and it's worsening in the third trimester. I'm on medication for it, which thankfully helps regulate it. It's usually over 150/90 but on the meds it's completely normal. Even though we have it somewhat under control, my doctor told me I won't be going past 38 weeks and if I develop full blown preeclampsia I will deliver at 37 weeks. My hands and feet swell every once in a while but it's really not that bad but I do get the stars thing. My bp actually bottomed out about a month ago and I almost fainted. I have NSTs every week and go for ultrasounds here 4 weeks to check on my little girl. Haven't been put on any sort of bedrest but I try not to overdo it during the day. Be sure to tell your doctor your symptoms!!

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I have chronic hypertension and started on meds at 22 weeks due to elevated bp, swelling, headaches, and flashing lights, and have put on 7 pounds in 2 weeks. Now I'm on meds three times a day and it still keeps jumping up.  I missed my lunch dose and my bp was 158/108 just now. They are adding another med but not diagnosed with preeclampsia yet because my labs look good and no protein. So I'm just trying to get everything in order just in case things change quickly.

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I had preeclampsia with my first. I started noticing swelling in me feet at 16 weeks but just assumed it was a normal pregnancy thing. By the time I was around 25 weeks I couldn't get my rings on (I take them off for work as a nurse) and had swelling past my ankles if I was standing for only 20 minutes. Everything felt puffy, and by 30 weeks my blood pressure was creeping towards 200/110. I only had trace protein in my pee, but I was also drinking so much water it was pretty much clear. I went to visit in laws and wasn't able to put my feet up and by the time I got home my feet were so swollen I couldn't walk. My mom (an old school OB nurse) had me do a rollover test, where they check your BP with you lying on your back and then lying on your left side. If there is a significant change that can indicate an issue. By 35 weeks I was on bedrest and high doses of medication that were doing nothing. I ended up being induced at 38 weeks.

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Yup that's how it went for me.  Just make sure your doctor is aware of changes in symptoms.  Have they put you on any blood pressure meds?  They helped me a lot

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Had pre-eclampsia with my first and am being watched for it this pregnancy as well. The major signs are headaches, swelling, high blood pressure and a quick onset of weight gain. I'm having to take mine twice a day. So far my blood pressure is normal. But I have headaches every day. My doctor recommended a baby asprin a day ( to help with the blood pressure and headaches) but I am allergic to it. If you're not, ask your doctor and see what they recommend. Bed rest is also a smart way to go. I didn't listen with my first son and ended up having him early at 35 weeks. I had a placental abruption that was caused by  the pre-eclampsia.

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