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Re: High blood pressure & pregnancy

From: jwang, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Tue, 19 Jun 2001 07:46:18 -0500 (CDT)

Well managed hypertension is not a serious problem during pregnancy. certain medications should be avoided, though. Ask your gyn and internist about the safe medications that will work for you.

At Mon, 18 Jun 2001, Cynthia wrote: >
>I discovered that I have hypertension about 6 months ago, two years
>after having my son. My pregnancy with him was problem free. Have been
>on medication (Lozol) for about a month. Tried Aldomet, but my body did
>not take it well.
>
>My husband and I are thinking of getting pregnant again but I'm fearful
>that complications may arise. Are the risks worth taking?? My bp
>reading with medication is around 140/90.
>
>Thanks in advance.

--
J Wang, M.D
Assitant Clinical Prof.
Tufts University School of Medicine


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