hope this isn't a dumb question.

[Sarak7]

What is Pre-Eclampsia?

[brooke]

there is no such thing as a dumb question when it comes to pregnancy

in short it is high blood pressure in pregnancy that can harm baby and mother

[the_queen]

It's a quite dangerous condition in late pregnancy, high blood pressure, oedema (swelling of hands feet ankles etc), dizziness, blurred vision.

I think it also means protein in the urine? ie, if you've got high blood pressure and swelling, but no protein in the urine, then it's not pre-eclampsia? I'm SO not a medical person though LOL Ask your midwife about this Sara, she'll be able to give you a more comprehensive answer, and let you know if you're at risk for it. :thumbsup: