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Pitting Edema...

Kristen • Thu, May 11 • Momma to 3 beautiful girls (2 of which are identical twins). Trying for final pregnancy (hopefully a boy!)

I am 33 weeks and 5 days today, and my last appointment was on Monday.

My blood pressure has been good, the highest it's been in 109/62, and I had no protein in my urine. I also have a BP cuff at home and have been checking my BP constantly. My doctor also has me weaning off of Lexapro right now so I'm worried that's going to cause more anxiety and my BP to rise...

My feet and ankles have been constantly swollen, like pretty big swollen and it's pitting. The doctor is aware of this but doesn't seem to be concerned.

I don't know if im just over worrying or not. Everything I read says pitting edema is not good. Baby girl seems to be moving around just fine. I've already called my OB twice this week after my appointment and I just feel silly calling anymore.

Am I over reacting or over worried? I just don't want anything to happen to my baby girl.

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