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What Causes High BP And Swelling In Knees After A Delivery?

I just had a baby 6 days ago. I was fine in the hospital for 3 days, but I started swelling when i got home. I only have swelling in my ackles now but am having chest discomfort. my lungs feel like there is something in them and it is uncomfortable to breath. I decided to check my BP and it is at 137/77 heart rate is at 45. i normaly run 90/60 what should I do?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello!

Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM!

I carefully passed through your question and would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to preeclampsia. This disorder is more common in the latest months of pregnancy, but can occur even up to three months after giving birth.

Your blood pressure values are high.

I would recommend consulting as soon as possible with your doctor for a physical exam and some lab tests:

- complete blood count
- fasting glucose
- kidney and liver function tests
- blood electrolytes
- urine analysis for proteinuria

You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues.

Meanwhile, I would recommend reducing salt intake and avoid straining physical activity.

Hope to have been helpful!

Kind regards,

Dr. Iliri

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What Causes High BP And Swelling In Knees After A Delivery?

Hello! Welcome and thank you for asking on HCM! I carefully passed through your question and would explain that your symptoms seem to be related to preeclampsia. This disorder is more common in the latest months of pregnancy, but can occur even up to three months after giving birth. Your blood pressure values are high. I would recommend consulting as soon as possible with your doctor for a physical exam and some lab tests: - complete blood count - fasting glucose - kidney and liver function tests - blood electrolytes - urine analysis for proteinuria You should discuss with your doctor on the above issues. Meanwhile, I would recommend reducing salt intake and avoid straining physical activity. Hope to have been helpful! Kind regards, Dr. Iliri