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LOW-DOSE ASPIRIN DURING PREGNANCY HELPS PREVENT PREECLAMPSIA

  • May 19
  • 1 min read

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, preeclampsia is a disorder of pregnancy associated with new-onset hypertension, which occurs most often after 20 weeks of gestation and frequently near term. It affects about 4% of pregnancies in the United States and accounts for 6% of preterm births. Black women and birthing individuals are at greater risk for developing preeclampsia, due to heightened experiences of racism, further exacerbating disparities in maternal health outcomes.


WHAT IS PREECLAMPSIA?

Preeclampsia is a serious condition that can develop during pregnancy or after delivery, causing high blood pressure and signs that organs such as the liver and kidneys are not functioning properly.


It can lead to serious problems for you and your baby, including preterm birth.


HOW LOW-DOSE ASPIRIN HELPS REDUCE THE RISK OF PREECLAMPSIA

  • Improves blood flow to the uterus


  • May help the baby get enough oxygen and blood flow through the placenta.


Talk to your healthcare provider before starting low-dose aspirin


LOW-DOSE ASPIRIN MAY BE RIGHT IF YOU

  • Had preeclampsia in a previous pregnancy

  • Are pregnant with twins or triplets

  • Have high blood pressure, diabetes, kidney disease, or lupus

  • Are pregnant through IVF

  • Have a family history of preeclampsia

  • Are in your first pregnancy

  • Have a BMI over 30

  • Are African American/Black


WHEN TO START

  1. Ask your provider if low-dose aspirin is right for your pregnancy

  2. Get screened for preeclampsia risk early in prenatal care 

  3. Only take low-dose aspirin as recommended by your provider

  4. Low-dose aspirin is typically started between 12–28 weeks of pregnancy




Learn more about Low-Dose Aspirin During Pregnancy here

 
 
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