How does high blood pressure affect my pregnancy?

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High blood pressure during pregnancy poses various risks to the mother and baby. If it is not controlled, the mother can have a fit, stroke or heart attack at any point in time during the pregnancy, which may lead to death. If the mother suffers any severe complications, the baby's life would be at risk too. In some cases, the baby may need to be delivered prematurely. Babies can be affected by prematurity.

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