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HIGH RISK PREGNANCY A high-risk pregnancy is a pregnancy that involves increased health or life risks for the pregnant woman, fetus, or both. These pregnancies need to be monitored closely to reduce the chance of complications. Women with high-risk pregnancies may need special care before, during, and after childbirth. This can reduce the chance of complications. Certain health conditions and maternal age may increase the risk of pregnancy. A high-risk pregnancy may be the result of a medical condition that existed before pregnancy, such as diabetes or high blood pressure, or it may be due to a medical condition that develops in you or your baby during pregnancy, making the pregnancy a risk. FAQs What is high risk pregnancy? Not all pregnancies are the same. Some women may be labelled as high-risk pregnancy due to the certain conditions which may put both mother and her baby to face a higher-than-normal chance of complication during or after birth. These women need extra and special attention by the health care provider. This does not mean you shouldn’t get pregnant or enjoy your pregnancy. Who comes under high-risk pregnancy? Following cases come under high-risk pregnancy: • Anyone who is less than 17 or above 35 year or having high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid problem, kidney disease, heart disease, lungs disorder or sexually transmitted disease or chronic infection comes under high risk. • Medical condition that occurs during pregnancy such as preeclampsia, Gestational diabetes, multi fatal pregnancy, ectopic pregnancy, previous c-section etc is also a possible cause of high-risk pregnancy. • Other condition such as premature delivery or multiple births. How can I best take care of myself during pregnancy? Taking care of yourself and getting early and regular prenatal care from your healthcare provider can reduce your risk of pregnancy. What are the worrisome signs that need to report during a high-risk pregnancy? Consult your physician if you experience vaginal bleeding, unusual vaginal discharge, constant headache, pain or cramping in the lower abdomen, decreased activity in children, fever, dizziness, vomiting, pain when urinating, or swelling of the face, hands, or fingers

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