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Sudden Preeclampsia At 38 Weeks

July 30, 2024 By Elli Foster

Sudden Preeclampsia At 38 Weeks

I had a completely healthy pregnancy up until 38 weeks. The previous week I got my blood levels tested and the urine test done, but everything seemed normal. Exactly 1 week later my protein-to-creatinine ratio increased by 285% and I had a high LDH value. After seeing my labs, my doctor said my organs were starting to not work properly. It was terrifying to have a completely healthy pregnancy, just to get diagnosed with preeclampsia in the last 2 weeks. I got induced that same day, and luckily everything went smooth. Immediately after birth my blood pressure went back to normal and my swelling started to go down. It was the most terrifying thing going to get induced, not knowing if any complications would happen because of my preeclampsia. Luckily there were none, but it was one of the hardest things I’ve ever experienced.