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familial dysbetalipoproteinemia - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Familial dysbetalipoproteinemia is a disorder passed down through families in which there are high amounts of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood. ...
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familial dysbetalipoproteinemia - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)
familial dysbetalipoproteinemia, Coronary artery disease
Coronary artery disease

Causes of familial dysbetalipoproteinemia (Source: MedLinePlus)
A genetic defect causes this condition. The defect results in the buildup of large lipoprotein particles that contain both cholesterol and triglycerides, a type of fat. The disease is linked to defects in the gene for apolipoprotein E in many cases. Hypothyroidism , obesity , or diabetes can make the condition worse. Risk factors for familial dysbetalipoproteinemia include a family history of the disorder or coronary artery disease. ...
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Symptoms of familial dysbetalipoproteinemia (Source: MedLinePlus)
Symptoms may not be seen until age 20 or older. Yellow deposits of fatty material in the skin called xanthomas may appear on the eyelids, palms of the hands, soles of the feet, or on the tendons of the knees and elbows. Atherosclerosis develops. There may be early chest pain (angina) or decreased blood flow to specific parts of the body, causing transient ischemic attacks of the brain or peripheral artery disease . ...
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familial dysbetalipoproteinemia - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
The goal of treatment is to control underlying conditions such as obesity, hypothyroidism, and diabetes. Reducing calories, saturated fats, and cholesterol may significantly reduce cholesterol levels. If high cholesterol and triglyceride levels continue despite diet changes, your doctor may recommend medicine to lower your cholesterol. Medicine to lower cholesterol levels include: Bile acid-sequestering resins; Fibrates; Nicotinic acid; Statins. ...
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