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Eclampsia is a difficult situation of pregnancy and is characterised by convulsions. Eclampsia is not the cause of seizures that occur during the first trimester (term of three months) or well into the postpartum period. Eclampsia can cause coma and flat death of the mother and baby and can happen before, during or after childbirth. [...]

Eclampsia is the occurence of seizures in a pregnant woman. Usually eclampsia occurs after the onslaught of pre-eclampsia though sometimes no pre-eclamptic symptoms are recognisable. The reason of eclampsia is not easily understood. Researchers believe a person’s genes, diet, blood vessels, and neurological factors may play a role. However, no theories have yet been proven. [...]