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High blood cholesterol and triglycerides
The medical term for high blood cholesterol and triglycerides is lipid disorder. Such a disorder occurs when you have too many fatty substances in your blood.
Source:ADAM
Date:January 23, 2008
Hypercholesterolemia
Hypercholesterolemia refers to levels of cholesterol in the blood that are higher than normal.Cholesterol circulates in the blood stream. It is an essential molecule for the human body.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Hyperlipidemia
The term"hyperlipidemia" describes an extreme elevation in any of several lipid(fatty) substances in the bloodstream, as in conditions such as hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia. Most of these disorders cause an increased risk for ather...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Public Health
Ask The Doctor: Hyperlipidemia
What is hyperlipidemia? Howard LeWine, M.D., is chief editor of Internet Publishing at Harvard Health Publications. He is recognized as an outstanding clinician and teacher and is a recipient of the Internal Medicine Teacher of the Year award at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. LeWine continues to practice Internal Medicine; most recently he became a hospitalist after practicing primary care for over 20 years.
Source:StayWell
Too Old to Exercise? Not True
When you exercise, you gain more strength and flexibility. Your mood will improve, and you'll be able to think better.
Source:StayWell
Recognizing and treating depression in the elderly
In elderly patients, symptoms of depression can be mistaken for symptoms of another medical problem, so it is important for clinicians to consider all physical problems and medications of elderly patients before making a diagnosis.
Source:StayWell
Home Safety for Older Adults
Aimed at older adults, this report provides practical advice on how to avoid common and often deadly accidents at home.
Source:StayWell
Caregiver's Handbook: A guide to caring for the i...
Learn how to put together a caregiving plan, draw on useful services, and address legal, medical, and financial planning issues. Also, find advice on involving family members, handling daily tasks, and maintaining your well being.
Source:StayWell
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