Question 1

is there anything i can get from the grocery store or drug store for my hyperlipidemia until i can see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Yes!: Beginning to get lots of whole grains and high fiber foods, and searching those food labels to avoid high saturated fat foods is a start. If you want an over the counter drug, fish oil is probably best. Four grams a day can make a big difference. Red yeast rice is probably not as effective anymore since it has been reformulated.  Niacin is burdensome to take effectively.

Question 2

what are the best anti-hypertensive drugs to be given for a patient with hyperlipidemia (beta-blocker vs ace inhibitor)?

Accepted Answer

Depends on co-morbid: Depends on other co-morbidities. That is, if hypertensive patient is also diabetic, then ACE inhibitor.  If patient is hypertensive and has a history of coronary disease, then ACE inhib and beta-blocker given their secondary benefits, etc. Each patient is unique and the whole pic needs to be considered.

Question 3

what causes hyperlipidemia?

Accepted Answer

Genetics, disease : Diet.  Genetics is the main determinant of tendency to develop hyperlipidemia; diet rich in saturated fats, carbohydrates; excessive weight, and some diseases like diabetes, low thyroid function are all associated with increased blood lipids.

Question 4

what does having hyperlipidemia mean?

Accepted Answer

Risk of diseases: There are different type of hyperlipidemias and each has somewhat different health risks.  High cholesterol is associated with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.  High triglycerides increase the risk of acute pancreatitis.

Question 5

what are the tests for hyperlipidemia?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: There are many lipid tests available, but the strongest evidence indicates that a total cholesterol and an HDL (good cholesterol) is a good start, and this can be done without fasting. A standard lipid panel is another option, and includes these two plus triglycerides and LDL (bad cholesterol) levels, and requires at least an 8-hr fast. For more info, see the guidelines on www.Provenhealthways.Com.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of hyperlipidemia?

Accepted Answer

Depends on type: High cholesterol levels and high LDL levels are associated with atherosclerotic cardio-vascular disease and may produce symptoms of heart attack, heart failure, leg pain, gangrene, stroke etc.  High levels of triglycerides may cause pancreatitis that produced severe abdominal pain and may cause shop.  High HDL elves are good an produce no symptoms. Some lipid disorders cause xanthomas.

Question 7

what are the different types of hyperlipidemias?

Accepted Answer

Genetic/Aquired: There are basically three major kinds of Hyperlipidemias
1Familial or Genetic
2Aquired
3Idiopatic
They can also be be classified according to which lipid is elevated
1Hypercholesreemia
2Hypertriglyceridemia
3Combined
Familial type is classifies Type1,2,3,4,5
Aquired
Causes are Diabetese,caused by drugs like diuretics ,beta blockers,Hypothyroidism,Metabolic Disorder/Nephrosis.
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Question 8

can you suggest some good medicine for hyperlipidemia?

Accepted Answer

Statins: The only family of medicines that really works is statins. An inexpensive and effective one is simvastatin. I take it myself!

Question 9

is there a cure for hyperlipidemia?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If the hyperlipidemia is fairly mild, weight loss, diet and exercise can cure it.  If it is severe, particularly if you have a genetic predisposition, then it cannot be cured.  In that case, diet, exercise, and weight control are still very important to help control the hyperlipidemia, and supplements can play a role as well.  Medication is often necessary however.

Question 10

what is the treatment for hyperlipidemia?

Accepted Answer

Diet exercise & Meds: Treatment is geared to the type of hyperlipidemia.  The general modalitie are diet low in saturated fats and carbohydrates, weight loss throug diet and exercise, treatment of underlying illness, e.g., diabetes, hypothyroidism; use of drugs such as statins.  Additional drugs may be added depending on the response.

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