Patient's question:
I am a 33-year-old high-risk pregnant woman. Today is the fifth day after a cesarean section. Because I had hypertension before delivery, now that I have given birth, my blood pressure hasn't gone down, and I'm very troubled! I want to ask if it's okay to take antihypertensive medication on the fifth day after a cesarean section, especially since I had preeclampsia before delivery. Are there any adverse effects?Doctor's answer:
Hypertensive disorder of pregnancy refers to a condition where individuals with originally normal blood pressure experience symptoms such as blood pressure drops, proteinuria, and edema again during the mid-to-late stages of early pregnancy. Currently, on the fifth day postpartum, oral antihypertensive medication can be taken. It has no effect on breastfeeding, so there is no need to worry. Rest and a low-sodium, low-protein diet should be maintained postpartum, with a preference for light meals and avoiding high-fat, high-protein foods. Avoid extremely cold, spicy, and irritating foods. Blood pressure needs to be monitored regularly.