Question 1

what causes hyperlipidemia?

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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 2

what does having hyperlipidemia mean?

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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 3

what are the tests for hyperlipidemia?

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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 4

what are the symptoms of hyperlipidemia?

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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 5

what are the different types of hyperlipidemias?

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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 6

can you suggest some good medicine for hyperlipidemia?

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

Question 7

how is is familial hyperlipidemia 2a different fm 2b and other types?

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See below: 2A has excess LDL and 2b has excess LDL and VLDL.
Consult this site for more information.
http://www.gpnotebook.co.uk/simplepage.cfm?ID=x20020617063512021840
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 8

are hypothyroidism and hyperlipidemia related?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hypothyroidism is associated with increase in blood lipids, including cholesterol.

Question 9

why there is hyperlipidemia in diabetes mellitus?

Accepted Answer

Sugar: Elevated sugars elevated the fat storage process creating triglycerides. Triglycerides thicken the blood, slow it down as it passes through the smaller arteries and this can damage the lining of the arteries making cholesterol plaque more likely to attach and grow.

Question 10

is there a cure for hyperlipidemia?

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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.

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