Hyperplasia, endometrial
A condition characterized by overgrowth of the lining of the uterus. This is considered a precancerous condition.
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High blood pressure that develops during pregnancy and may subside after delivery. Women who have experienced gestational hypertension are more likely to develop hypertension and suffer a stroke later in life.
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