For some women, pregnancy comes with added concerns, extra precautions, and a need for closer attention. Being told that you have a high-risk pregnancy can feel very overwhelming. But, with the right medical guidance, timely care, and proper high-risk pregnancy management, so many women go on to have safe and healthy deliveries.
A high-risk pregnancy is when there is an increased risk to the mother, the baby, or both. These risks can arise due to certain health conditions, age-related factors, or certain complications due to pregnancy.
Some common causes of high risk pregnancy
are;
Women above 35 may face higher chances of developing high risk pregnancy factors.
Diabetes, hypertension, or heart disease
History of miscarriage, preterm birth, or C-section
Twins or more increase complexity.
Structural abnormalities can also result in high risk pregnancy.
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