High BP in pregnancy

High blood pressure during pregnancy is a danger sign. You should measure the blood pressure at every antenatal visit, but only if you have properly working equipment and you are experienced in using it. It is difficult to detect preeclampsia early enough if antenatal visits are not close together. It may be more important to educate the women about the danger signs. Advise them to seek help urgently if swelling suddenly develops, especially if it is in the face or it is severe. Other danger signs are sudden pain in the stomach area (because of swelling in the liver), very severe headaches and flashing lights in front of the eyes. These symptoms are emergency – get the woman to hospital as soon as possible.