High-Risk Pregnancy in Pune

Are you at a risk?

There are a variety of different conditions that have been associated with the increased likelihood of high-risk pregnancies. These are:

• Uncontrolled hypertension 
• Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
• Pre-existing diseases kidney or liver problem
• Being overweight or obese
• Being a teen or being over 35 years of age 
• Smoking, drinking and substance abuse
• Sexually transmitted infections like HIV
• Serious infections like Hepatitis

The link between age and high-risk pregnancy 

There is a very close link between high-risk pregnancy and the age of the expectant mother. The complications are commonly seen in teens and women who conceive after 35 years of age.

Teenagers are at a high risk of experiencing problems like hypertension, anaemia and preterm labour. Most teens tend to skip their appointments and do not adhere to the guidelines recommended by the doctor, which further elevates the chances of a high-risk pregnancy.

Although many women who conceive after 35 years of age have a healthy and complication-free pregnancy, there are still some who are more likely to experience complications like gestational diabetes, hypertension, ectopic pregnancy, genetic abnormalities, prolonged labour and even miscarriage or stillbirth.

This makes it pertinent for women belonging to these age groups, to be careful from the very beginning, seek expert advice and go for regular check-ups

When should you consider seeing a doctor?

If your pregnancy has been classified as high-risk, you will need to watch out for any unusual symptoms and bring them to the notice of your doctor. These include:

• Pertinent headache that keeps on becoming worse
• Feeling dizzy or light-headed
• Unusual changes in vision
• Having a fever (above 38 degrees C)
• Having difficulty breathing 
• Having palpitations or fast heartbeats
• Abdominal cramps
• Not being able to feel the baby’s movement
• Swollen limbs

Diagnosis of High-Risk Pregnancy

If you have a pre-existing condition that can increase the chances of a high-risk pregnancy, the diagnosis will be predominantly based on your medical history. For women who present with any unusual symptoms, the following tests may be performed to determine whether the pregnancy is high-risk or not.

• CBC or complete blood count test 
• Urine test
• Rh factor testing
• Testing for STIs and other infections
• Screening for diabetes
• Blood pressure assessment
• Doppler ultrasound to assess fetal blood flow
• Amniocentesis
• Nonstress test for assessing fetal heart rate
• Genetic testing                 

Management of High-Risk Pregnancy

Effective management of a high-risk pregnancy is possible with expert guidance and care throughout the pregnancy. 

Depending upon the situation and risks associated with your pregnancy, our experts, at Surya Hospital offer comprehensive and personalized approaches. These include:
Regular check-ups and thorough assessment monitoring

• Medication and lifestyle modifications 
• Close monitoring of fetal development 
• Nutritional guidance 
• Supportive care