loader image
Monday, December 23, 2024
70.7 F
McAllen
We Welcome your Press Release
- Advertisement -

Postpartum Heart Risk

Tips For Young Moms Who May Be Unaware of Long-Term Dangers

Translate to Spanish or other 102 languages!

Not every hospital offers such services, patients should be proactive about seeing a cardiologist during and after pregnancy. Image for illustration purposes
Not every hospital offers such services, patients should be proactive about seeing a cardiologist during and after pregnancy. Image for illustration purposes
- Advertisement -

By UT Southwestern Medical Center

Young women with healthy hearts may be unaware they face elevated risks of developing heart disorders after becoming pregnant. Even worse, the issue may go undetected for years after giving birth because symptoms may mimic those of pregnancy.

Dr. Rina Mauricio, who specializes in women’s cardiovascular health, says expectant mothers – even the younger ones – need to be aware that various heart issues can develop during pregnancy. This can range from preeclampsia to more severe conditions such as postpartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM), an uncommon form of heart failure that occurs in the final stages of pregnancy or months after giving birth. PPCM is rarer in the US than some other countries but still appears to be increasing over time, according to the American Heart Association.

- Advertisement -

Dr. Mauricio says diagnosing heart conditions quickly is critical. She adds that many cases go untreated for years because symptoms such as shortness of breath and feet swelling are common during pregnancy.

Dr. Mauricio established the Complex Postpartum Care Clinic at UT Southwestern to ensure more young mothers are diagnosed earlier. However, because not every hospital offers such services, patients should be proactive about seeing a cardiologist during and after pregnancy.

- Advertisement -
- Advertisement -

- Advertisement -

More Articles

Risks of Overindulging this Holiday Season

Mega Doctor News CLEVELAND CLINIC - Many of us know it can be...

Managing Diabetes During the Holidays

Mega Doctor News People with diabetes can still enjoy holiday dining by...

Majority of People Say Exercising Helps Improve Sleep

Mega Doctor News By American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) Newswise - When preparing...

Insurance Challenges Limit Psychologists’ Capacity to Address Ongoing Mental Health Needs

Mega Doctor News WASHINGTON, DC - Although demand for mental health treatment remains high,...
- Advertisement -
×