What is a High Risk Pregnancy?

A woman is said to have a high risk pregnancy when she or her baby or both are at an increased risk of health complications during or after delivery. Special care & expertise is required to ensure women with high risk pregnancy have a safe & healthy delivery.

In general, women under the age of 17 and above the age of 35 tend to experience health issues making it a high risk obstetric case. Women over 35 tend to experience gestational diabetes, preeclampsia (high blood pressure during pregnancy) or intrauterine growth restriction.

But age isn't the only factor responsible. Here's a list of factors that put you at risk of a high-risk pregnancy:

Pre-Existing health conditions

A woman's general health condition is vital for her pregnancy. Women with high blood pressure, diabetes, heart issues, kidney or lung problems, autoimmune disorders, STDs tend to be at a greater risk of developing miscarriage & other complications during pregnancy. They are recommended to consult an experienced & expert gynaecologist & obstetrician to ensure a healthy & safe pregnancy. Dr. Sarada Mamilla is the best doctor for high risk pregnancy cases. With 20+ years of experience, she is skilled in ensuring health & safety of the mother & the baby alike.

Obesity & Being Overweight

Did you know, nearly 35% of women in the reproductive age group are obese or overweight? Obesity tends to make your pregnancy a high risk one as it can lead to high blood pressure, gestational diabetes, miscarriage, stillbirth & also recurrent miscarriage.

Multiple births

Women with more than one foetus, twins or more multiples, are always at high risk and tend to experience gestational diabetes, high blood pressure & preterm labour.