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# Long-term follow-up. Preeclampsia, Eclampsia, or HELLP syndrome: The pregnancy journey doesn't stop at childbirth. Women who experienced preeclampsia, eclampsia, or HELLP syndrome have health risks beyond pregnancy. Women who have had preeclampsia have three to four times the risk of high blood pressure and double the risk for heart disease and stroke. They also have an increased risk of developing diabetes. For women who had preeclampsia and delivered preterm, had low-birthweight babies, or suffered from severe preeclampsia more than once, the risk of heart disease can be even higher. While patients can't change the fact that they experienced preeclampsia in their pregnancy, you can; 1.Encourage them and provide resources for them to adopt a heart-healthy lifestyle to reduce their risk. 2.You can advise and encourage them to come for Long-term follow-up. Dr Stephen Gingo. Obstetrician Gynecologist.