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Potential Complications During Pregnancy definitions

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  • Gestational Diabetes
    A pregnancy-specific condition marked by insulin resistance and elevated blood sugar, increasing risks for high birth weight and later type 2 diabetes.
  • Insulin Resistance
    A reduced cellular response to insulin, leading to higher blood glucose levels, especially significant during gestational diabetes.
  • Hyperglycemia
    An abnormally high concentration of glucose in the blood, potentially causing tissue and organ damage during pregnancy.
  • High Birth Weight
    A newborn weight above the typical range, often linked to gestational diabetes and associated with future health risks.
  • Type 2 Diabetes
    A chronic metabolic disorder characterized by insulin resistance, with increased risk following gestational diabetes for both mother and child.
  • Preeclampsia
    A pregnancy complication involving sudden hypertension, swelling, and protein in urine, posing risks for both mother and fetus.
  • Hypertension
    A sudden and sustained elevation in blood pressure, commonly seen in preeclampsia during pregnancy.
  • Edema
    Swelling in body tissues, particularly hands and feet, often accompanying preeclampsia in pregnancy.
  • Proteinuria
    The presence of excess protein in urine, indicating possible organ dysfunction, especially in preeclampsia.
  • Low Birth Weight
    A newborn weight below the normal range, frequently resulting from pregnancy complications like preeclampsia.
  • Preterm Birth
    Delivery occurring before 37 weeks of gestation, often associated with maternal complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Eclampsia
    A severe, life-threatening progression of preeclampsia marked by seizures, stroke, and organ failure.
  • Seizures
    Sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbances in the brain, a hallmark of eclampsia during pregnancy.
  • Organ Failure
    A critical loss of function in vital organs, which can occur in severe cases of eclampsia.
  • Prenatal Care
    Medical and lifestyle management during pregnancy aimed at preventing complications and promoting maternal-fetal health.