High Risk Pregnancy Specialist in Thane  Expert Care by Dr. Arohi Tasgaonkar

A high-risk pregnancy requires specialized monitoring and care to ensure the safety of both mother and baby. Dr Arohi Tasgaonkar — an experienced gynecologist with MS (ObGy), DNB (ObGy), and Fellowship in Gynaec Endoscopy — provides comprehensive high-risk pregnancy management with advanced medical expertise and compassionate support.

If you have pre-existing health conditions, pregnancy complications, or are carrying multiples, early intervention and expert care can significantly improve outcomes.

• Hypertension (high blood pressure): If you are pregnant, your blood pressure, or hypertension, should be closely checked.
• Obesity: Being considerably overweight or obese increases your chance of having issues such as gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and sleep apnea. Obesity is characterized as a BMI of 30 or above.
  Diabetes: Women with type 2 diabetes are more likely to have a large baby, requiring a c-section.
• Sexually transmitted illnesses (STIs), including HIV, may affect pregnancy.
  Autoimmune disease: Women with autoimmune diseases like lupus need to take extreme care to manage their disease while pregnant.
• Blood disorders: Disorders like sickle cell disease can cause a pregnancy to be high-risk.
• Maternal age: Mothers above the age of 35 and under the age of 18 are statistically more likely to have pregnancy problems.
  Factors of lifestyle: Smoking, drinking, or taking drugs might raise the risk of pregnancy complications.
• Prior pregnancy difficulties: If you experienced issues during your previous pregnancy or delivery, you are more likely to have complications again.

Some pregnancy-related illnesses may increase the risk:

• Preeclampsia: preeclampsia is a severe blood pressure disorder that can affect all of the parts of the body in a pregnant woman. The illness commonly manifests itself during the third trimester of pregnancy. Women who have the aforementioned risk factors are more likely to develop preeclampsia.
• HELLP syndrome: Acronym that stands for hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count. This is a rare preeclampsia-related illness in which red blood cells are damaged or killed, causing the liver to bleed and clotting problems.
• Multiples: Women carrying more than one fetus are classed as having a high-risk pregnancy due to the increased chance of problems. Preeclampsia, early labor, and preterm delivery are all complications.
• Gestational diabetes: When a pregnant woman who has never had diabetes before acquires the condition during her pregnancy, she must take efforts to control it in order to prevent complications.
• Placenta previa: This is a condition in which the placenta falls low in the uterus. The placenta may obstruct the uterus, resulting in premature labor and/or hemorrhage.
• Placental abruption occurs when the placenta separates from the uterine wall earlier than expected.
• Placenta accreta: A condition in which the placenta attaches excessively tightly to the uterine wall, causing hemorrhaging after delivery.
• Infections: Certain infections can make a pregnancy high-risk. The chances of developing such an illness are normally quite minimal, however precautions should be taken to avoid:
• Preterm labor: You will need to be carefully observed if you have regular contractions that induce cervical dilation or dilatation before 37 weeks.

When Should You See a Doctor?

It is critical to get medical attention if you detect any unexpected symptoms such as:

• Dizziness
• Chills and fever
• Swelling in many regions of the body Alteration in fetal movement ( decreased or excessive)
• Vaginal hemorrhage and watery discharge
• Blurry eyesight and severe headache
• Constant cramping and discomfort in the lower abdomen
• Urinary discomfort
• Vomiting and nausea

For more information consult our High risk pregnancy specialist Dr. Arohi Tasgaonkar.

What Makes a Pregnancy High-Risk?

A pregnancy is considered high-risk when there is an increased chance of complications for the mother, baby, or both. This can happen due to pre-existing medical conditions, issues that develop during pregnancy, or other factors.

High-Risk Pregnancy Tests

The following are common tests that your doctor may do if you are experiencing a high-risk pregnancy:

• Special ultrasound: This is an imaging technology that uses high-frequency sound to create an image of the baby in the uterus. The procedure aids in the detection of problems associated with abnormal development.
• Ultrasound for cervical length: In this case, an ultrasound procedure is utilized to estimate the size of the mother’s cervix and the probability of premature labor.
• Prenatal cell-free DNA analysis: The doctor may do this procedure to evaluate whether there is an increase in chromosomal issues. Doctors may extract DNA from the mother and the fetus from a maternal blood sample for this purpose.
• Genetic testing: Amniocentesis or chorionic Villus sampling may also be suggested by the doctor (CVS). These tests aid in the identification of any hereditary problems as well as serious brain or spinal cord abnormalities.

Common Risk Factors for High-Risk Pregnancy

Pre-existing Conditions:

• High blood pressure (Hypertension)
• Diabetes (Type 1 or Type 2)
• Heart disease or cardiovascular issues
• Thyroid disorders
• Obesity (BMI ≥ 30)
• Autoimmune diseases (e.g., Lupus)
• Blood disorders (e.g., Sickle cell disease)
• Advanced maternal age (35+ years) or teenage pregnancy
• History of pregnancy complications or miscarriages

Pregnancy-Related Complications:

• Preeclampsia and Eclampsia
• Gestational diabetes
• Multiple pregnancies (Twins or Triplets)
• Placenta previa or Placental abruption
• Preterm labor risk
• Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR)

Symptoms of High-Risk Pregnancy – When to Seek Immediate Help

Contact your doctor immediately if you experience:

• Severe headache or blurred vision
• Sudden swelling in face, hands, or feet
• Vaginal bleeding or fluid leakage
• Decreased or excessive fetal movement
• Persistent abdominal pain or cramps
• High fever or chills
• Dizziness or fainting
• Severe vomiting

Early detection and regular monitoring can prevent serious complications.

Advanced High-Risk Pregnancy Care & Monitoring

Dr. Arohi Tasgaonkar offers personalized care plans including:

• Frequent Ultrasounds – For fetal growth monitoring and anomaly scans
• Cervical Length Assessment – To predict preterm labor risk
• Non-Stress Tests (NST) & Biophysical Profile
• Genetic Testing – NIPT, Amniocentesis, CVS when required
• Blood Pressure & Diabetes Management in pregnancy
• Multidisciplinary Care – Coordination with fetal medicine experts if needed

Why Choose Dr. Arohi Tasgaonkar for High-Risk Pregnancy in Thane?

• Highly qualified: MS (ObGy), DNB (ObGy),
• Fellowship in Gynaec Endoscopy
• Extensive experience in managing complex pregnancies
• Patient-centric approach with emotional support
• Focus on safe delivery outcomes and healthy motherhood

Dr. Arohi Tasgaonkar is recognized as one of the best high-risk pregnancy doctor in Thane and Mumbai region for her clinical expertise and dedication.

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Prevention & Management Tips

• Preconception counseling and health optimization
• Regular antenatal visits (more frequent in high-risk cases)
• Balanced diet and appropriate weight management
• Controlled physical activity as advised
• Strict avoidance of smoking, alcohol, and tobacco
• Timely vaccinations and folic acid supplementation

What is the treatment for a high-risk pregnancy?

The following actions may be recommended by the OB/GYN specialist to avoid the occurrence of high-risk pregnancy:

• The doctor may advise you to take at least 400 micrograms of folic acid throughout pregnancy at the start of your pregnancy.
• Go through proper immunizations
• Following a regular physical activity chart
• Keeping a healthy diet and a healthy weight
• Avoiding undesirable habits such as drugs, drinking, and smoking
• Regular appointment

For more information & consultation on High-Risk Pregnancy Care in Thane, visit Complete Women’s Care at Ghodbunder road, Thane, or contact us at 9833074977 or simply fill in your name and number & one of our team members will get in touch with you soon. Our team of experts along with Dr. Arohi Tasgaonkar, MS (ObGy), DNB (ObGy), and one of the best High risk pregnancy specialist in thane will help you out in understanding your problem and guide you through every stage of your treatment.