(E78) Disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias
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Diagnosis disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias is diagnosed Women are 0.12% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias
42 710 (7.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias
48 987 (8.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64
Disease Features disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias
Disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Blood tests to measure levels of lipoproteins and other lipids
- Urine tests to check for abnormal levels of lipids
- Genetic testing to identify any mutations or changes in genes associated with lipid disorders
- Imaging tests such as CT scans or MRI to check for any abnormalities in the heart or arteries
- Physical examination to check for signs such as xanthomas (hard deposits of cholesterol in the skin)
- Liver function tests to check for any problems with the liver
- Kidney function tests to check for any problems with the kidneys
- Cardiac stress tests to check for any blockages in the arteries
- Electrocardiogram (ECG) to check for any problems with the heart rhythm
- Dietary history to identify any dietary factors that may be contributing to the disorder
- Family history to identify any genetic factors that may be contributing to the disorder
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribing lipid-lowering medications, such as statins, fibrates, and niacin.
- Recommending lifestyle changes, such as regular physical activity, healthy eating, and weight management.
- Monitoring blood lipid levels regularly.
- Encouraging patients to quit smoking.
- Recommending dietary changes, such as reducing saturated fat, trans fat, and cholesterol intake.
- Providing counseling and support for patients with high cholesterol.
Disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease disorders of lipoprotein metabolism and other lipidaemias
Subcutaneous compaction
(Subcutaneous hardening, Subcutaneous pressure, Subcutaneous lump, Subcutaneous nodule, Subcutaneous swelling, Subcutaneous mass, Subcutaneous bump, Subcutaneous thickening, Subcutaneous induration, Subcutaneous fibrosis)
Subcutaneous compaction is a symptom characterized by an increase in the density of the subcutaneous tissue, often leading to a feeling of tightness, hardness, and discomfort. It usually develops gradually, beginning with a feeling of tightness around the affected area, followed by a gradual increas...
Obesity
(Overweight, Corpulence, Corpulency, Heaviness, Plumpness, Ponderosity, Portliness, Avoirdupois, Fleshy, Gain, Rotundity)
Obesity is a condition in which excess body fat accumulates to the point of negative health effects. It is usually defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or higher. It can develop gradually over time, due to an imbalance between energy intake (eating too much) and energy expenditure (not be...
High pressure
(Hypertension, Hypertensive, High blood pressure, Bp, Elevated pressure, Raised pressure, Cardiac stress, Tension, Strain)
High pressure headache is a type of headache that is characterized by a feeling of pressure or tightness around the head. It usually develops slowly, beginning as a dull ache and gradually intensifying to a throbbing or pounding sensation. It can be accompanied by other symptoms such as sensitivity ...