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Preeclampsia is a pregnancy condition in which high blood pressure and protein in the urine develop after the 20th week (late 2nd or 3rd trimester) of pregnancy.
Causes
The exact cause of preeclampsia is not known. Possible causes include :
- Autoimmune disorders
- Blood vessel problems
- Diet
- Genes
Preeclampsia occurs in a small percentage of pregnancies. Risk factors include :
- First pregnancy
- Multiple pregnancy (twins or more)
- Obesity
- Older than age 35
- Past history of diabetes, high blood pressure, or kidney disease.
Source : http://www.nlm.nih.gov