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Eclampsia - Causes
Causes of Eclampsia
The exact causes of Eclampsia are still not completely understood. Experts however believe that the following factors may play a role in the development of Eclampsia:
- Genetics.
- Neurological factors such as malfunctions in the brain and nervous system.
- Thickening of blood vessels caused by hypertension, high cholesterol and numerous other medical conditions.
- An unhealthy diet both prior to and during the pregnancy.
- Preeclampsia is often associated with problems with the placenta. This could include too little placenta, too much placenta, or how and where the placenta is attached to uterine wall.
- Unknown causes.
Risk factors for Eclampsia include:
- Women who have been diagnosed with preeclampsia.
- High blood pressure before and during pregnancy.
- Unexplained headaches during pregnancy.
- Pregnant women above the age of 35.
- Pregnant teens.
- African-American women.
- First pregnancy.
- Women with a history of renal disease, diabetes, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and hypertension.
- Multiple pregnancies.
- A family history of preeclampsia and Eclampsia.
- Obesity.
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