Toxicosis in later periods

Toxicosis, which occurs late in pregnancy, is not uncommon. It is observed in about 50-60% of cases. Late it is called because it manifests itself on 28, and even 30 weeks of pregnancy of a woman.

What are the main signs of toxicosis in the late term?

Symptoms of late toxicosis with a normally occurring pregnancy, as a rule, are few. These include:

Clinically, the presence of this disease is confirmed, for example, by the presence of protein in the urine and a violation of the normal functioning of the excretory system.

Many pregnant women, not knowing how late toxemia manifests, often confuse it with other diseases.

At its development the woman experiences constant headaches which are quite often accompanied by a giddiness, flashing of "flies" before eyes, weakness. They are observed because of spasmodic changes in blood pressure, which is quite common in toxicosis in late pregnancy.

What are the causes of the disease at the end of pregnancy?

The main causes of late toxicosis with a normal pregnancy are diseases such as viral infections, as well as chronic diseases of certain organs and systems. In this case, one can not fail to take into account the constant lack of sleep, overwork, and the presence of stressful situations in the life of a pregnant woman.

Dysfunction, consumption of a large volume of fluid, eventually leads to the development of edema, which is the main manifestation of toxicosis in the late term.

What are the effects of late toxicosis?

Pregnant women, not knowing what is dangerous for them late toxicosis, often do not give it proper attention. This condition often leads to a violation of the placenta, which ultimately affects the fetus. In particular, oxygen starvation of the fetus , badly affects his nervous activity.