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Hyperlipidemia(Hyperlipoproteinemia)
Also known as "high cholesterol," this condition occurs when there are extra fats, also known as lipids, in the blood. These extra fats can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other conditions.
Dr. Geoffrey Rutledgereviewed this
Internal Medicine 41 years experience
Is a type of:Dyslipidemia
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Very common
Very common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Rare | ||||
| Toddler3-5 | Rare | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Common | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Very common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common | ||||
| Senior60+ | Very common |
How it can usually be treated?
Can be cured with medical treatment
How is it usually diagnosed?
Requires diagnosis by a medical professional
High cholesterol
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