A high-risk pregnancy is one that has heightened health risks for the expectant mother, the unborn child, or both. Pregnancy can be high risk if you have certain medical issues or are under the age of 17 or over 35. To lower the risk of problems, these pregnancies need to be closely monitored.
A medical issue that existed prior to becoming pregnant can occasionally cause a high-risk pregnancy. In some situations, a pregnancy may become high risk due to a medical problem that presents itself while you are pregnant with the unborn child.
