Pregnancy-Related Problems: Check Your Symptoms
When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Do you have a new or different headache?
See significance of new or different headache if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.

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Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
- Yes
- Yes
Do you have a headache with other symptoms, such as blurred vision and belly pain?
Do you have a severe headache?

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Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
- Yes
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Do you have a moderate headache?
Do you have a new or different headache?

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You may wait to see if the symptoms improve over the next 24 hours (or specified time period) if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
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Do you have a mild headache for 24 hours that is not relieved with home treatment?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | August 07, 2006 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | Renée M. Crichlow, MD - Family Medicine, Liisa Honey, MD, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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