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What makes a pregnancy high-risk?

Answer verified by LinQMD Care Team Last updated 04 Mar 2026
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A pregnancy is considered high-risk if the mother has medical conditions like hypertension, diabetes, thyroid disorders, is above 35 years of age, carrying multiple babies, or has had previous pregnancy complications.

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Dr. Khyati

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