What are some warning signs of potential pregnancy complications?
Certain symptoms should be reported to your physician immediately, no matter what stage of pregnancy you’re in. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
- bleeding or leaking fluid from the vagina
- blurry or impaired vision
- unusual or severe abdominal pain or backaches
- frequent, severe or continuous headaches not relieved with Tylenol
- contractions before 37 weeks; more than six contractions an hour that last more than one hour
- decrease in the baby's movements
- dizziness
- excessive vomiting and diarrhea
- fever
- pain or burning with urination
- strong cramps
- swelling of your hands or face
- chills
- inability to tolerate foods or liquids
- muscular convulsions