Dyslipidemia
Dyslipidemia (pronounced dis-li-pi-dee-mia) is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal amount of lipids (e.g., cholesterol and/or fat) in the blood.
Etymology
The term "Dyslipidemia" comes from the Greek words "dys" meaning bad or abnormal, "lipos" meaning fat, and "haima" meaning blood.
Definition
Dyslipidemia is a medical condition that occurs when someone has too high or too low levels of lipids in their blood. These lipids can include cholesterol, triglycerides, or both. The condition can be divided into two types: primary and secondary. Primary dyslipidemia is usually due to genetic causes, while secondary dyslipidemia is often the result of lifestyle and dietary choices or other medical conditions.
Symptoms
Dyslipidemia itself usually has no symptoms. However, over time, high levels of certain lipids can lead to complications such as coronary artery disease, stroke, and peripheral artery disease.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of dyslipidemia is typically made through a blood test called a lipid panel. This test measures levels of different types of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood.
Treatment
Treatment for dyslipidemia typically involves lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, and may also include medication. The goal of treatment is to lower the levels of unhealthy lipids in the blood, and increase the levels of healthy ones.
Related Terms
- Hyperlipidemia: A condition where there are high levels of all types of fat in the blood.
- Hypercholesterolemia: A condition characterized by very high levels of cholesterol in the blood.
- Hypolipidemia: A condition where there are low levels of lipids in the blood.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dyslipidemia
- Wikipedia's article - Dyslipidemia
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