A pregnant woman had 2 signs her life was about to be in danger: "Everything kept getting worse" - CBS News
Candice Davis, a pregnant woman, experienced a life-threatening condition called HELLP syndrome shortly before her due date. After experiencing severe abdominal pain and rising blood pressure, she underwent an emergency C-section that saved both her and her baby.
Why it matters
This highlights the critical importance of recognizing early warning signs in pregnancy and the necessity of timely medical intervention for rare complications.
Candice Davis had been pleasantly surprised by the ease of her first pregnancy. Her checkups were always clear, and she had few symptoms — until June 14, 2025, 11 days before her due date.The day started normally, but as the hours passed, Davis began to feel nauseous while sitting by her pool. Eventually, it shifted to upper abdominal pain. Her husband was insistent that she go to the hospital. Davis resisted at first. She worked as a recruiter for an OB-GYN, and felt she would know if something was seriously wrong. But when her friend and OB-GYN Dr. Susan Passarella also urged her to go to the ER, she gave in.At the obstetric emergency department at Baptist Hospital in Pensacola, Florida, tests showed Davis' blood pressure was elevated. Her doctors decided to keep her overnight. Then things escalated quickly.Davis' pain increased sharply. Her blood pressure kept rising.
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