Preeclampsia is a mysterious disease, experts say, striking up to 60 percent of pregnant women globally. It is marked by high blood pressure and the presence of protein in the urine.

Untreated, preeclampsia can progress to eclampsia, which can cause seizures and lead to comas. Eclampsia causes 13 percent of maternal deaths around the world.

The only treatment is pre-term delivery, but doing so puts the newborn at high risk of death. Premature birth also increases the chances of learning disabilities and cerebral palsy in the baby.

The condition can only be diagnosed after a physician assesses all the symptoms. Researchers, however, read more >>>

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