Who is prone to developing hypertension during pregnancy?

Obese women, advanced-age pregnant women, and individuals carrying genetic predispositions to hypertension are prone to developing gestational hypertension.

1. Obese Women

Women who are overweight before pregnancy or during pregnancy are more likely to develop gestational hypertension. Obesity increases fat deposits in blood vessels, which can damage vessel walls and lead to vessel narrowing or blockage, resulting in elevated blood pressure and the onset of gestational hypertension.

2. Advanced-Age Pregnant Women

Advanced-age pregnant women typically refer to those aged 35 years or older. With increasing age, uterine function and other bodily systems tend to decline gradually. This may lead to shallow placental implantation and reduced placental immune barrier function, thereby increasing the risk of gestational hypertension.

3. Individuals Carrying Hypertension-Related Genetic Factors

Individuals with a genetic predisposition to hypertension are more susceptible during pregnancy to developing high blood pressure due to factors such as insufficient physical activity, excessive nutrition, and emotional stress. This may trigger gestational hypertension, accompanied by symptoms including dizziness, lower-limb edema, and worsened early-pregnancy reactions.