Hyperlipidemia; acquired
Alternative names:
acquired hyperlipoproteinemia; high blood cholesterol; high
blood triglycerides; high cholesterol; high triglycerides;
hyperlipidemia
Prevention:
Screening for hyperlipidemia should be a part of a routine
health evaluation for people between 20 and 30 years old.
Reducing dietary risk factors by maintaining ideal
body weight, eating a well balanced, low fat
diet, and limiting cholesterol
intake will help prevent the onset of hyperlipidemia.
Updated Date: 06/22/00
Updated by: David H. Stern, MD Chief Medical
Resident, University of Pennsylvania Hospital, VeriMed Healthcare
Network
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