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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hyperhomocysteinemia | |||
| image = [[File:Plasma_tHcy.svg|left|thumb|300px|Plasma total homocysteine concentration]] | |||
| caption = Plasma total homocysteine concentration | |||
| field = [[Internal medicine]] | |||
| symptoms = Elevated levels of [[homocysteine]] in the blood | |||
| complications = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[thrombosis]], [[osteoporosis]] | |||
| onset = Varies | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Genetic factors]], [[nutritional deficiencies]] (e.g., [[vitamin B6]], [[vitamin B12]], [[folate]]), [[renal disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[stroke]], [[peripheral artery disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]] for homocysteine levels | |||
| differential = [[Vitamin B12 deficiency]], [[folate deficiency]], [[homocystinuria]] | |||
| treatment = [[Vitamin supplementation]], [[dietary changes]] | |||
| medication = [[Folic acid]], [[vitamin B6]], [[vitamin B12]] | |||
| frequency = Common in certain populations | |||
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'''Hyperhomocysteinemia''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally high level of [[homocysteine]] in the blood. This condition is often associated with [[vitamin B12]] or [[folate]] deficiency and can lead to various health problems, including [[heart disease]], [[stroke]], and [[neural tube defects]] in newborns. | '''Hyperhomocysteinemia''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally high level of [[homocysteine]] in the blood. This condition is often associated with [[vitamin B12]] or [[folate]] deficiency and can lead to various health problems, including [[heart disease]], [[stroke]], and [[neural tube defects]] in newborns. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Hyperhomocysteinemia can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic mutations, nutritional deficiencies, and certain medical conditions. The most common cause is a deficiency in [[vitamin B12]] or [[folate]], which are essential for the metabolism of homocysteine. Other causes include [[kidney disease]], [[hypothyroidism]], and certain medications. | Hyperhomocysteinemia can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic mutations, nutritional deficiencies, and certain medical conditions. The most common cause is a deficiency in [[vitamin B12]] or [[folate]], which are essential for the metabolism of homocysteine. Other causes include [[kidney disease]], [[hypothyroidism]], and certain medications. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of hyperhomocysteinemia can vary depending on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Some people with hyperhomocysteinemia may not have any symptoms, while others may experience fatigue, weight loss, and neurological problems such as [[memory loss]] and [[depression]]. | The symptoms of hyperhomocysteinemia can vary depending on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Some people with hyperhomocysteinemia may not have any symptoms, while others may experience fatigue, weight loss, and neurological problems such as [[memory loss]] and [[depression]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Hyperhomocysteinemia is typically diagnosed through a blood test that measures the level of homocysteine in the blood. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. | Hyperhomocysteinemia is typically diagnosed through a blood test that measures the level of homocysteine in the blood. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for hyperhomocysteinemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include dietary changes, vitamin supplements, or medication. In some cases, treatment may also involve managing any associated health problems, such as heart disease or stroke. | The treatment for hyperhomocysteinemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include dietary changes, vitamin supplements, or medication. In some cases, treatment may also involve managing any associated health problems, such as heart disease or stroke. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Homocysteine]] | * [[Homocysteine]] | ||
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* [[Stroke]] | * [[Stroke]] | ||
* [[Neural tube defects]] | * [[Neural tube defects]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Metabolic disorders]] | [[Category:Metabolic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Vitamin deficiencies]] | [[Category:Vitamin deficiencies]] | ||
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| Hyperhomocysteinemia | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Elevated levels of homocysteine in the blood |
| Complications | Cardiovascular disease, thrombosis, osteoporosis |
| Onset | Varies |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic factors, nutritional deficiencies (e.g., vitamin B6, vitamin B12, folate), renal disease |
| Risks | Cardiovascular disease, stroke, peripheral artery disease |
| Diagnosis | Blood test for homocysteine levels |
| Differential diagnosis | Vitamin B12 deficiency, folate deficiency, homocystinuria |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Vitamin supplementation, dietary changes |
| Medication | Folic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin B12 |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in certain populations |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hyperhomocysteinemia is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally high level of homocysteine in the blood. This condition is often associated with vitamin B12 or folate deficiency and can lead to various health problems, including heart disease, stroke, and neural tube defects in newborns.
Causes[edit]
Hyperhomocysteinemia can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic mutations, nutritional deficiencies, and certain medical conditions. The most common cause is a deficiency in vitamin B12 or folate, which are essential for the metabolism of homocysteine. Other causes include kidney disease, hypothyroidism, and certain medications.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of hyperhomocysteinemia can vary depending on the underlying cause and the severity of the condition. Some people with hyperhomocysteinemia may not have any symptoms, while others may experience fatigue, weight loss, and neurological problems such as memory loss and depression.
Diagnosis[edit]
Hyperhomocysteinemia is typically diagnosed through a blood test that measures the level of homocysteine in the blood. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for hyperhomocysteinemia typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This may include dietary changes, vitamin supplements, or medication. In some cases, treatment may also involve managing any associated health problems, such as heart disease or stroke.
