O15.2: Eclampsia in the puerperium
The brain is made up of many nerve cells. The nerve cells route information onwards, thereby controlling our movements and thinking. A seizure causes lots of nerve cells in the brain to be overactive at the same time. This causes various symptoms. Some of your muscles may then twitch, for example, or there may be muscle spasms throughout the body.
A seizure may also be preceded by certain symptoms. These symptoms might include headaches, blurred vision or nausea. After a seizure the person can feel tired. For a short time they may also be unable to remember or speak properly. They may also be unable to move properly for a short time.
The seizure can occur in connection with pre-eclampsia. Pre-eclampsia causes high blood pressure. Moreover, an increased amount of fluid may build up in the tissue. This can cause the legs, hands or face, for example, to swell up. Your liver, kidneys and other organs may also no longer be able to work properly. The illness can also involve excreting too much protein via the urine.
The condition can also affect the child.
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