High-risk pregnancy

High-Risk Pregnancy Hospital in Erode

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A high-risk pregnancy needs closer watching, not more worry. Dr. Jayanthi Prabakaran, a high-risk pregnancy specialist, provides planned, carefully monitored care, with 24/7 monitoring, so you and your baby are looked after at every step.

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What it means
Our care
Conditions
Before you conceive
Warning signs
FAQs

What makes a pregnancy high-risk?

A pregnancy is called high-risk when the mother or baby has a higher chance of complications. It does not mean something will go wrong, only that extra care helps. Common reasons include:

age under 18 or over 35
diabetes, before or during pregnancy
high blood pressure or pre-eclampsia
thyroid disease or anaemia
being underweight or overweight
pregnancy after fertility treatment

twins or triplets
a previous caesarean, miscarriage, preterm birth or stillbirth
a low-lying placenta (placenta praevia)
poor growth of the baby
Rh-negative blood group
heart, kidney, liver or lung disease, epilepsy or autoimmune disease

How we look after you

Assessment and a personal planYour history, reports and risks are reviewed, and a plan is made for your visits, tests and medicines.
Closer monitoringMore frequent visits, with blood pressure and blood sugar checks, and scans to watch your baby’s growth and well-being as needed.
Medicines, diet and lifestyle guidanceClear advice on medicines, food, activity and rest that suit your condition.
Other specialists when neededIf your condition needs it, your doctor will advise you to see other specialists, such as a physician or diabetologist.
Planning the deliveryThe timing and the safest way for your baby to be born are discussed well in advance. Emergency care and monitoring are available 24/7.

Common high-risk situations

Gestational diabetes

High blood sugar that starts in pregnancy. It is usually screened for between 24 and 28 weeks (earlier if you are at risk) and managed with diet, activity and, if needed, medicine. Good control protects you and your baby. Sugar usually returns to normal after delivery, but you should be tested again later.

High blood pressure and pre-eclampsia

High blood pressure after 20 weeks, sometimes with protein in the urine, can affect the mother and baby. Watch for a severe headache, blurred vision, upper tummy pain or sudden swelling, and report them at once.

Twin pregnancy

Twins need more frequent scans and checkups and carry a higher chance of early delivery, so careful planning matters.

Previous caesarean or pregnancy loss

Your earlier history shapes how your pregnancy and delivery are planned. Share all your records with your doctor.

Anaemia and thyroid disorders

Both are common and treatable, and controlling them improves your health and your baby’s growth.

Preterm labour

Contractions before 37 weeks need urgent attention. Call us or come in straight away.

Planning a pregnancy with a health condition

If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, epilepsy or another long-term condition, see your doctor before you try to conceive. Getting your condition under control and starting folic acid early gives your baby the best start. We are happy to see you for pre-pregnancy counselling. If you are finding it hard to conceive, read about fertility and IUI treatment.

Warning signs: when to come in immediately

Call 97505 11225 or come to the hospital straight away if you have:

bleeding from the vagina, or leaking of water
your baby moving much less than usual
regular, painful contractions, especially before 37 weeks
a severe headache, blurred vision, or sudden swelling of the face and hands
severe or constant tummy pain
fever, burning while passing urine, or a fit (seizure)

Emergency care is available 24 hours a day. In a life-threatening emergency, dial 108 or 112 for an ambulance.

Watch and learn

Frequently asked questions

What does high-risk pregnancy mean?

It means you or your baby have a higher chance of complications because of a medical condition, your age, your history or the pregnancy itself. With the right monitoring and care, most women with a high-risk pregnancy go on to have healthy babies.

Can I have a normal delivery in a high-risk pregnancy?

Often yes, depending on your condition and how your pregnancy progresses. Your doctor will plan the delivery with you and may recommend a caesarean if it is the safer option.

How often will I need to visit?

More often than in a routine pregnancy. Your doctor will decide based on your condition, and may ask for weekly or fortnightly visits, more frequent scans and home blood pressure or sugar readings.

Do I need complete bed rest?

Not usually. Strict bed rest is rarely advised these days. Your doctor will tell you how much activity is safe for you.

Is monitoring available at night?

Yes. Our emergency care and monitoring are available 24 hours a day. Call 97505 11225 or come straight to the hospital if you are worried.

Will gestational diabetes go away after delivery?

It usually settles after delivery, but it raises the chance of type 2 diabetes later. You should have your blood sugar checked again after delivery and then regularly.

Related care

Book a consultation with Dr. Jayanthi Prabakaran

Message us on WhatsApp, call, or walk in during clinic hours. Emergency care is available 24/7.

WhatsApp us Call 97505 11225