The symptoms of postpartum preeclampsia are not always apparent. Women who have recently given birth are typically more focused on the new baby and their comfort. Other symptoms could be confused with those of part of recovery from childbirth. When symptoms do occur, they can include headaches, high blood pressure readings of 140/90 or higher, changes in vision, and a decrease in the need or ability to urinate.

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