Warning signs during pregnancy

A pregnant woman should watch for the following signs which may indicate imminent complications.

  • Decrease in fetal movements (once fetal movements start)
  • Bleeding or discharge per vaginum
  • Severe abdominal pain /  headache
  • Visual symptoms like blurring, double vision, flashes of light, floaters
  • High fever
  • Swelling of feet (pedal oedema) or puffiness of face
  • Fits
  • Faintness or dizziness