{"id":5007,"date":"2019-03-15T09:30:00","date_gmt":"2019-03-15T09:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/?p=5007"},"modified":"2021-03-29T16:12:07","modified_gmt":"2021-03-29T16:12:07","slug":"10-possible-symptoms-of-hellp-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.today\/10-possible-symptoms-of-hellp-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Possible Symptoms of HELLP Syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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HELLP Syndrome is a rare health condition that\u2019s mostly seen in pregnancy, and usually occurs later on in the pregnancy towards the last trimester of the pregnancy; signs and possible symptoms of the condition might sometimes become apparent earlier on during pregnancy, and the condition can present a dangerous and potentially fatal risk to both mother and baby.
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The condition can usually only be treated by the (sometimes early) delivery of the baby, after which the symptoms will usually normalize over time with the right combination of treatments recommended by a medical professional. The condition needs to be reported to the appropriate doctor who is handling the pregnancy for immediate treatment \u2013 and to minimize the possibility of any health risks that might occur.
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Here are 8 possible symptoms of HELLP syndrome that you should know to look out for if you are pregnant right now or planning to conceive soon.
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1. Discomfort<\/strong>
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Discomfort during pregnancy is a symptom <\/a>that you should always keep a close eye on throughout your entire pregnancy, and regular doctor\u2019s appointments throughout the process are recommended so that your doctor can help to further monitor any symptoms that you mention to them during this period \u2013 including increasing discomfort.
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A mild level of discomfort during pregnancy can be considered normal, especially if this is your first pregnancy \u2013 but the moment that mild discomfort changes to something chronic, or if any other symptoms appear along the way, make an appointment with your doctor to find the root cause of what\u2019s causing the discomfort so that it can be treated.
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Discomfort during pregnancy doesn\u2019t automatically mean HELLP Syndrome, but a combination of factors can easily lead to a diagnosis of the syndrome \u2013 which can help your doctor to make the pregnancy considerably easier on the body and minimize any potential risks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

2. Vomiting<\/strong>
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Vomiting <\/a>and nausea are very common symptoms that are seen in cases of HELLP Syndrome, and almost all women who are diagnosed with the condition (which can be just under 1% of total pregnancies that are seen in the emergency room every year) will develop this symptom during their pregnancy. This happens mostly because of the fact that HELLP Syndrome can attack the body\u2019s immune system, and nausea is often the body\u2019s first response to being attacked from all fronts.
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It\u2019s a good thing to know that nausea and vomiting can often be treated symptomatically, usually just with simple over-the-counter medication. You should also know that experiencing nausea as part of your pregnancy (especially in the earlier phases) are considered normal \u2013 don\u2019t panic if you experience nausea, but have it further examined as a symptom of something if you experience it together with any others that can be called concerning.
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3. Back Pain<\/strong>
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Back pain <\/a>is a common symptom that is seen in a lot of women during the last phases of their pregnancy; this is expected, usually due to the pressure that the added weight of the baby will put on the body \u2013 and this is something that will usually just take some moderate physical therapy to improve after the pregnancy itself.
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But in some cases, there are added health conditions that can place added pressure on the body. These conditions can include HELLP Syndrome, and might also include other conditions such as scoliosis (curvature of the spine) or arthritis that is affecting the back.
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These added elements can easily mean that the back pain during pregnancy is considered to be automatically more severe, and means that you should make an immediate appointment with your doctor. With some help, even back pain as a result of HELLP Syndrome can be successfully treated.
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4. Hematoma<\/strong>
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A hematoma <\/a>is one of the more severe symptoms that can accompany a case of HELLP syndrome, and it\u2019s usually one of the symptoms that will only happen in the later stages of the disorder is allowed to progress without effective treatment; it usually happens after the liver has been ruptured or damaged due to HELLP syndrome, and it\u2019s one of the potential symptoms that can be the most dangerous if you have been diagnosed with HELLP syndrome.
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If any symptoms of a hematoma are suspected by your doctor, then it will be treated by an emergency and you will require immediate medical treatment and likely admission to hospital to avoid the chances of any further damage. Sometimes it can prove to be dangerous, and it can even be fatal if the condition is allowed to reach this point.
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Immediate action by a medical professional is recommended to reduce damage.
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5. Headache<\/strong>
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Headaches <\/a>are commonly associated with a diagnosis of HELLP syndrome, and many pregnant women who are diagnosed with the condition during their pregnancy will also experience headaches during this period \u2013 and the headaches will vary in severity depending on individual cases. While there are some cases that don\u2019t experience the headaches at all, it\u2019s common enough to be seen in the majority.
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Remember that experiencing headaches during pregnancy don\u2019t necessarily mean an automatic diagnosis of HELLP syndrome, and liver tests (through a simple blood test) will likely have to be done in order to establish what has been causing symptoms; there are many other things that can potentially cause headaches, especially during pregnancy, and the medical team will first have to work in order to track down what could be the cause.
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Headaches can often be symptomatically controlled and aren\u2019t always caused by chronic medical conditions with such severe symptoms.
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6. Anemia<\/strong>
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Anemia <\/a>is a common symptom often diagnosed together with HELLP syndrome, although the condition might also occur on its own \u2013 and is common in many women as a separate condition at least for a while after pregnancy, especially if there were any complications or more blood loss than normal involved; adaptations in diet and enough rest are vital for recovery after pregnancy.
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Ideally, anemia requires treatment with either iron supplements or immediate diet adaptations, usually ones that require an increase in iron-rich foods like red meat or beans. Sometimes strange cravings are common in cases of anemia, especially for iron-rich soil or ice.
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Make an appointment with a diet expert and doctor so that the best course of treatment for this individual symptom can be found to make the best possible recovery. With added liver issues, even liver supplements need to be used together with the help of a doctor.
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7. Hypertension<\/strong>
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Hypertension <\/a>is one of the most common symptoms that occur in cases of HELLP syndrome, and most women who are diagnosed with the condition during their pregnancy will be affected by hypertension (also called high blood pressure) for the duration of the condition. Normal blood pressure measures at 120 over 80, and while small differentials in either number are considered normal depending on your baseline, any larger variations put you in the danger zone \u2013 and can lead to an increased risk of heart attacks or strokes, which becomes double as dangerous if you are pregnant.
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Constant monitoring, diet changes, and management are recommended if hypertension is noticed, and it might occur as a separate health condition even without HELLP syndrome being present at all.
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The best thing to do is to have the blood pressure levels tested on a regular basis, and make some lifestyle changes if it becomes necessary.
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8. Liver Rupture<\/strong>
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Liver rupture is one of the most severe symptoms of HELLP syndrome, and it\u2019s one of the symptoms of the condition that will only be noticed if and when the condition has progressed to the final stages. It\u2019s one of the most dangerous symptoms mentioned on this list because it\u2019s the symptom that will most commonly be fatal if it isn\u2019t treated by this point \u2013 and any rupture to the liver is exactly as serious as you would think.
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In the case of liver rupture, the associated symptom will have to be treated as emergency surgery <\/a>to close up the source of the rupture, although permanent damage to the liver (and potential fatality) can be likely at this point, and should prove to illustrate the importance of just why HELLP should be closely monitored by a team of medical professionals if any symptoms on this list appear during pregnancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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