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Cholesterol is a type of fat in the blood that is essential for normal functioning of the cells, nerves, and hormones, but if it exceeds the normal limits it becomes harmful. Increased level of cholesterol in the body is known as hyperlipidemia.
Following are the different types of cholesterol in our body:
Hyperlipidemia or hyperlipoproteinemia is a very common disorder characterized by abnormally increased levels of lipoproteins or lipids in the blood. Lipoproteins are molecules made up of lipids and proteins. The two common types of lipids are triglycerides and cholesterol, therefore; it is also commonly called hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia. It is a major risk factor for heart diseases. It has two subtypes:
Primary hyperlipidemia or familial hyperlipidemia results from genetic abnormalities. It runs in families; you may have it if your parents or siblings have it.
Secondary hyperlipidemia or acquires hyperlipidemia is caused by:
PREVENTABLE:
NON PREVENTABLE:
Hyperlipidemia usually presents with no signs and symptoms but puts you at a greater risk of developing other medical illnesses:
To reach a diagnosis, your doctor will ask for your complete medical history and perform a simple physical exam. To confirm the diagnosis your doctor will recommend blood test called lipid profile for levels of:
The goal of management is to maintain normal lipid values to avoid risk of heart diseases. It includes:
A medical professional should be consulted right away if one feels a sudden chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, numbness, slurred speech and difficulty in walking.
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