Private pre-eclampsia clinic in London, same-day women's health.
Pre-eclampsia is a serious pregnancy condition involving high blood pressure — knowing the warning signs and getting checked matters. Our private women's health clinic in East London offers same-day pre-eclampsia assessment with a private women's health specialist, diagnosis and a clear treatment plan — usually without a referral and often the same day.
Seek urgent care now (maternity unit or 999) for a severe headache, vision changes, upper tummy pain, sudden swelling, or your baby moving less — these can be signs of pre-eclampsia.
The condition
What is pre-eclampsia?
Pre-eclampsia is a serious pregnancy condition involving high blood pressure — knowing the warning signs and getting checked matters.
- High blood pressure in pregnancy
- Warning signs to act on
- Blood pressure & urine checks
- Who is at risk
- Monitoring
- When it's an emergency
Understanding pre-eclampsia
Pre-Eclampsia: symptoms, causes, tests & treatment
Contact your maternity unit immediately — day or night — if you have
- a severe headache that does not settle with paracetamol
- visual problems — blurring, flashing lights, spots, double vision
- severe pain just below the ribs, usually on the right
- vomiting in the second half of pregnancy
- sudden swelling of the face, hands or feet
- reduced fetal movements, or feeling suddenly very unwell
These symptoms can develop over hours. Do not wait for your next appointment, and do not worry about making a fuss — maternity units expect and want these calls. Pre-eclampsia can also occur up to six weeks after birth, which catches people out. In an emergency call 999.
How it is detected
It is usually found at routine antenatal checks — raised blood pressure with protein in the urine — often before you feel anything at all. That is precisely why those appointments matter even when you feel well, and why blood pressure and urine are checked at every one.
- Blood pressure of 140/90 or above after 20 weeks
- Protein in the urine, or evidence of kidney, liver, blood or placental involvement
- Blood tests for kidney and liver function, platelets and full blood count
- Placental growth factor (PLGF) testing, which helps rule pre-eclampsia in or out where it is suspected
- Growth scans, since the placenta often functions poorly and the baby may grow slowly
Who should take aspirin
Low-dose aspirin from 12 weeks until birth substantially reduces the risk. It is recommended if you have one high-risk factor or two moderate-risk factors.
- High risk — previous pre-eclampsia; chronic high blood pressure; type 1 or 2 diabetes; chronic kidney disease; autoimmune disease such as lupus or antiphospholipid syndrome.
- Moderate risk — first pregnancy; age 40 or over; BMI 35 or over at booking; pregnancy interval over 10 years; family history of pre-eclampsia; multiple pregnancy.
- Aspirin at this dose is safe in pregnancy and is one of the most effective preventive measures in obstetrics.
- If you have any of these and have not been offered aspirin, ask — this is commonly missed.
Swelling alone is usually normal
Mild swelling of the ankles and fingers is extremely common in pregnancy and by itself means very little. What matters is swelling that comes on suddenly, particularly of the face and hands, and above all swelling with any of the other symptoms — headache, visual change, upper abdominal pain. It is that combination, not the swelling, that should prompt the phone call.
Treatment
- Blood pressure medication safe in pregnancy — labetalol, nifedipine or methyldopa — with more frequent monitoring.
- Regular blood tests and growth scans, and sometimes admission for closer observation.
- Delivery is the only cure. Timing balances the severity against the baby's gestation, and steroids are given before 34 weeks to mature the baby's lungs.
- Magnesium sulfate is used in severe cases to prevent eclamptic seizures.
- Blood pressure needs monitoring for at least six weeks after birth, and medication is often continued for a period.
It matters for your health decades later
Having had pre-eclampsia roughly doubles your lifetime risk of high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke. This is under-recognised and rarely mentioned at discharge. It means you should have your blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose checked regularly from your forties onwards — and it is a reason to take exercise, weight and smoking seriously earlier than you otherwise might. Pre-eclampsia is a window into your future cardiovascular health, and acting on it is genuinely preventive.
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See a private women's health specialist for pre-eclampsia in London
At our private women's health clinic on Whitechapel Road in East London, you can see a private women's health specialist or pre-eclampsia doctor without a referral — most days, often the same day. A private GP in East London or consultant women's health specialist will assess you, arrange the right tests and explain your diagnosis and treatment options clearly. We help patients across East London, Canary Wharf, the City, Docklands and Aldgate who want fast, private answers about pre-eclampsia.
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A private women's health clinic for East London & Canary Wharf
Tower Bridge Hospital is on Whitechapel Road in the heart of East London — minutes from Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands and Aldgate. Patients across Tower Hamlets, Wapping, Limehouse and Bethnal Green choose us for a fast, private pre-eclampsia appointment with a women's health specialist, without the wait or the referral.
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Why choose our East London private women's health clinic
- Same-day, no referral — private GP and women's health under one roof
- Discreet, specialist-led care with GMC-registered clinicians
- Scans & screening on site — pelvic ultrasound, smears and blood tests
- Minutes from Canary Wharf & the City of London
- Menopause to pregnancy — care across every stage
- Transparent pricing and a clear plan
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Common questions
Pre-Eclampsia in London: your questions answered
Where can I find a private pre-eclampsia specialist near me in East London?
Our private women's health clinic is on Whitechapel Road in East London, minutes from Canary Wharf and the City. You can see a private women's health specialist or pre-eclampsia doctor for assessment and treatment, usually the same day and without a referral.
Can I see a private women's health specialist for pre-eclampsia the same day?
Yes. We hold same-day private appointments most days, including Saturdays, so you can be assessed by a women's health specialist or GP quickly, with tests done in-house where possible.
How much does a private pre-eclampsia appointment cost in London?
We keep pricing transparent — see our fees page or call 020 7916 0029, and we will explain the cost of the pre-eclampsia assessment and any tests before you book.
Do I need a referral to see a private women's health specialist for pre-eclampsia?
No. You can book directly with our clinic. If you are unsure whether to start with a private GP or a women's health specialist, we will guide you.
Which areas do you serve for private pre-eclampsia care?
We see private patients from across East London, Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands, Aldgate, Wapping, Limehouse and Tower Hamlets.
Medically reviewed by Dr Haydar Bolat — Clinical Director, GMC 7138332. Last reviewed August 2026 · next review August 2027. Written in line with our editorial & content-review policy, using guidance from the NHS, NICE and the relevant royal colleges. This information is general and does not replace personal medical advice.