Patient's question:
I am only 31 years old this year, but I already have high blood pressure. Last year, the country opened up the policy for having a second child, and I really want to have another daughter. However, I am taking medication for high blood pressure and don't know if I can get pregnant. Hello, do you know if high blood pressure can lead to pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
For hypertensive patients, pregnancy is very dangerous for them because it can easily lead to preeclampsia, which may cause fetal demise and pose risks to the mother. Moreover, during the early stages of pregnancy, it is best to avoid oral antihypertensive medications as they may affect fetal growth and development. Some medications can also cause fetal malformations. Therefore, you should think carefully, as the risks are significant, but some people do manage to give birth successfully.