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| name = Hypertriglyceridemia | |||
| image = [[File:Hypertriglyceridämie.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Micrograph showing [[lipemia retinalis]], a sign of hypertriglyceridemia. [[H&E stain]]. | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| synonyms = Hypertriglyceridaemia | |||
| symptoms = Often asymptomatic, but can include [[xanthomas]], [[pancreatitis]], and [[lipemia retinalis]] | |||
| complications = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[acute pancreatitis]] | |||
| onset = Can occur at any age | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[obesity]], [[diabetes mellitus]], [[alcohol consumption]], [[high-fat diet]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[metabolic syndrome]], [[sedentary lifestyle]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]] measuring [[triglyceride]] levels | |||
| differential = [[Hypercholesterolemia]], [[lipoprotein lipase deficiency]] | |||
| prevention = [[Healthy diet]], [[regular exercise]], [[weight management]] | |||
| treatment = [[Lifestyle modification]], [[fibrates]], [[niacin]], [[omega-3 fatty acids]], [[statins]] | |||
| medication = [[Fibrates]], [[niacin]], [[omega-3 fatty acids]], [[statins]] | |||
| frequency = Common, especially in [[Western countries]] | |||
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== Hypertriglyceridemia == | == Hypertriglyceridemia == | ||
'''Hypertriglyceridemia''' refers to a condition characterized by elevated levels of triglycerides in the blood. Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipid) found in the blood, and their high concentration can be indicative of an increased risk for various health issues. | '''Hypertriglyceridemia''' refers to a condition characterized by elevated levels of triglycerides in the blood. Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipid) found in the blood, and their high concentration can be indicative of an increased risk for various health issues. | ||
[[File:Checking Blood Sample (9955279835).jpg|left|thumb|Blood sample for lipid profile testing, including triglycerides]] | |||
[[File:Checking Blood Sample (9955279835).jpg|thumb|Blood sample for lipid profile testing, including triglycerides]] | === Introduction === | ||
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Hypertriglyceridemia is often discovered through a lipid profile test during routine blood work. It can be a standalone condition or part of a broader lipid disorder, such as [[Hyperlipidemia|hyperlipidemia]]. | Hypertriglyceridemia is often discovered through a lipid profile test during routine blood work. It can be a standalone condition or part of a broader lipid disorder, such as [[Hyperlipidemia|hyperlipidemia]]. | ||
=== Causes === | === Causes === | ||
Several factors can contribute to the development of hypertriglyceridemia, including: | Several factors can contribute to the development of hypertriglyceridemia, including: | ||
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* High intake of carbohydrates and fats | * High intake of carbohydrates and fats | ||
* Certain medications | * Certain medications | ||
=== Health Risks === | === Health Risks === | ||
Elevated triglyceride levels are associated with an increased risk of: | Elevated triglyceride levels are associated with an increased risk of: | ||
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* [[Pancreatitis]] | * [[Pancreatitis]] | ||
* [[Stroke]] | * [[Stroke]] | ||
=== Diagnosis === | === Diagnosis === | ||
Diagnosis of hypertriglyceridemia is usually done through fasting lipid panel tests, which measure the levels of triglycerides in the blood. | Diagnosis of hypertriglyceridemia is usually done through fasting lipid panel tests, which measure the levels of triglycerides in the blood. | ||
=== Treatment and Management === | === Treatment and Management === | ||
Treatment involves lifestyle modifications such as: | Treatment involves lifestyle modifications such as: | ||
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* Dietary changes to reduce fat and carbohydrate intake | * Dietary changes to reduce fat and carbohydrate intake | ||
* Weight loss in cases of obesity | * Weight loss in cases of obesity | ||
In some cases, medication may be prescribed to help lower triglyceride levels. | In some cases, medication may be prescribed to help lower triglyceride levels. | ||
== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
* [https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol/about-cholesterol American Heart Association: About Cholesterol] | * [https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol/about-cholesterol American Heart Association: About Cholesterol] | ||
* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350806 Mayo Clinic: High Blood Cholesterol Diagnosis and Treatment] | * [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/high-blood-cholesterol/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20350806 Mayo Clinic: High Blood Cholesterol Diagnosis and Treatment] | ||
[[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]] | [[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Metabolic disorders]] | [[Category:Metabolic disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Blood tests]] | [[Category:Blood tests]] | ||
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| Hypertriglyceridemia | |
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| File:Hypertriglyceridämie.jpg | |
| Synonyms | Hypertriglyceridaemia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Often asymptomatic, but can include xanthomas, pancreatitis, and lipemia retinalis |
| Complications | Cardiovascular disease, acute pancreatitis |
| Onset | Can occur at any age |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic predisposition, obesity, diabetes mellitus, alcohol consumption, high-fat diet |
| Risks | Family history, metabolic syndrome, sedentary lifestyle |
| Diagnosis | Blood test measuring triglyceride levels |
| Differential diagnosis | Hypercholesterolemia, lipoprotein lipase deficiency |
| Prevention | Healthy diet, regular exercise, weight management |
| Treatment | Lifestyle modification, fibrates, niacin, omega-3 fatty acids, statins |
| Medication | Fibrates, niacin, omega-3 fatty acids, statins |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common, especially in Western countries |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypertriglyceridemia[edit]
Hypertriglyceridemia refers to a condition characterized by elevated levels of triglycerides in the blood. Triglycerides are a type of fat (lipid) found in the blood, and their high concentration can be indicative of an increased risk for various health issues.
Introduction[edit]
Hypertriglyceridemia is often discovered through a lipid profile test during routine blood work. It can be a standalone condition or part of a broader lipid disorder, such as hyperlipidemia.
Causes[edit]
Several factors can contribute to the development of hypertriglyceridemia, including:
- Genetic predispositions
- Obesity
- Poorly controlled diabetes
- Sedentary lifestyle
- High intake of carbohydrates and fats
- Certain medications
Health Risks[edit]
Elevated triglyceride levels are associated with an increased risk of:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of hypertriglyceridemia is usually done through fasting lipid panel tests, which measure the levels of triglycerides in the blood.
Treatment and Management[edit]
Treatment involves lifestyle modifications such as:
- Regular exercise
- Dietary changes to reduce fat and carbohydrate intake
- Weight loss in cases of obesity
In some cases, medication may be prescribed to help lower triglyceride levels.
External Links[edit]
- American Heart Association: About Cholesterol
- Mayo Clinic: High Blood Cholesterol Diagnosis and Treatment
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