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Hyperlipoproteinemia Type IV
Familial hypertriglyceridemia is a common inherited disorder in which the level of triglycerides (a type of fat) in a person's blood are higher than normal. The condition is not associated with a significant increase in...
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Symptoms
Mild-to-moderate increase in triglycerides; Premature coronary artery disease.
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Causes
Familial hypertriglyceridemia is caused by a genetic defect, which is passed on in an autosomal dominant fashion. This ...
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Tests
Blood tests to check VLDL and triglyceride levels; Coronary risk profile.
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Treatments
The goal of treatment is to control conditions that can raise triglyceride levels, such as obesity, hypothyroidism, and...
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Drugs
atorvastatin
fluvastatin
gemfibrozil
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Risk Factors
High blood sugar
Obesity
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Complications
Pancreatitis; Coronary artery disease.
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Prevention
Screening family members for high triglycerides may detect the disease early.
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Cardiologist
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