A finding based on laboratory test results that indicate higher than normal levels of cholesterol in a blood specimen.
Symptoms of High Cholesterol
The following features are indicative of High Cholesterol:
heart attack
peripheral artery disease
stroke
dizziness
impairment of balance
difficulty speaking
weakness or numbness
tingling
It is possible that High Cholesterol shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of High Cholesterol
The following are the most common causes of High Cholesterol:
environmental factors
genetic factors
Risk Factors for High Cholesterol
The following factors may increase the likelihood of High Cholesterol:
mutations in the autosomal dominant APOB gene
stress
hormonal changes
diet
Prevention of High Cholesterol
Yes, it may be possible to prevent High Cholesterol. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
avoid smoking
limiting alcohol consumption
increasing physical activity
maintaining a healthy weight
Occurrence of High Cholesterol
Number of Cases
The following are the number of High Cholesterol cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
High Cholesterol most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged between 20-50 years
Common Gender
High Cholesterol can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of High Cholesterol
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect High Cholesterol:
Blood test: To check LDL, HDL cholesterol and triglycerides level in the blood
Thyroid function: To diagnose function of underactive thyroid gland
Doctor for Diagnosis of High Cholesterol
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of High Cholesterol:
Cardiologist
Complications of High Cholesterol if untreated
Yes, High Cholesterol causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if High Cholesterol is left untreated:
chest pain
heart attack
stroke
Medicines for High Cholesterol
Below is the list of medicines used for High Cholesterol: