Chylomicronemia syndrome

Alternative names:

hyperchylomicronemia; hypertriglyceridemia, sporadic

Treatment:

See the specific disease.

Expectations (prognosis):

See the specific associated disorders.

Complications:

See the specific associated disorders. There may be an increased risk for heart disease.

Calling your health care provider:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have any of the disorders associated with this syndrome and you have not had your blood triglyceride levels measured or you are due for a routine physical examination.