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Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like material that is found in all parts of the body. It comes from two sources: our liver produces it, and we consume it in meat and dairy products.

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Definition Alternative Names Causes, incidence, and risk factors Signs and tests Treatment Expectations (prognosis) Complications Calling your health care provider Prevention References

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·As a Disease/Condition

Hyperlipidemia

·As a Complication

Diabetes

Obesity

·As a Cause

High Cholesterol

·As a Risk Factor

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)

Coronary Heart Disease

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2

Hyperlipoproteinemia Type III

Ischemic Cardiomyopathy

Mixed Hyperlipidemia

Pancreatitis

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