Amniotic Fluid Embolism

About- Amniotic fluid embolism is a medical condition that occurs when the fluid that surrounds a baby in the uterus during pregnancy (amniotic fluid) or fetal material, such as fetal cells, enters the mother's bloodstream to trigger a serious reaction.

Symptoms-
 Bleeding from the uterus
 Coma
 Excess fluid in the lungs
 Fetal distress
 Low blood pressure
 Nausea and vomiting
 Seizures
 Shortness of breath
 Skin discoloration
 
Causes-
The exact reason for
Amniotic fluid embolism is not known.
 
Specialist to Visit-
 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

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References-
https://www.healthline.com
https://en.wikipedia.org
https://www.mayoclinic.org

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