How to test for hyperlipidemia?

Written by Li Hui Zhi
Endocrinology
Updated on September 28, 2024
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First, we can take a blood test to check our cholesterol, triglycerides, low-density lipoprotein, and high-density lipoprotein levels. Second, we can also have a carotid ultrasound to look at the condition of the blood vessels, to see if there is high blood lipid levels, if it has affected the blood vessels, if there is arteriosclerosis, and if plaques have formed. If the diagnosis confirms these conditions, it is advised to control the diet and eat lightly. If diet control is insufficient, then it may be necessary to go to the hospital and choose lipid-lowering medication under the advice of a doctor.

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Early clinical symptoms of hyperlipidemia

Hyperlipidemia early on does not show specific clinical symptoms and is typically indicated by increased blood lipid levels during physical examinations. If it is not taken seriously and left untreated, long-term hyperlipidemia can lead to noticeable clinical symptoms. Mild cases may experience fatigue and weakness. Prolonged elevated blood lipid levels can cause the blood to become viscous and flow slowly, affecting the supply of blood to the heart, leading to palpitations and shortness of breath that worsen with activity. It can also affect blood supply to the brain, causing irritability, restless sleep, frequent nightmares, and even sleepiness. Therefore, it is crucial to treat hyperlipidemia actively upon diagnosis to prevent it from impacting the blood supply to vital organs.

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What are the harms of hyperlipidemia?

Long-term hyperlipidemia can cause a series of serious harms to the human body, including arterial atherosclerosis and acute pancreatitis, among others. It first leads to liver function damage, can induce fatty liver, and even lead to liver cirrhosis. Long-term hyperlipidemia also causes arterial atherosclerosis, followed by the formation of coronary heart disease, cerebral infarction, and other ischemic cardiovascular and cerebrovascular accidents. At the same time, hyperlipidemia can also be accompanied by hypertension, making the body's blood vessels more fragile and more likely to suffer from severe diseases such as hemorrhagic stroke. Therefore, for patients with hyperlipidemia, it is essential to control the condition actively through diet, physical exercise, and appropriate medication.

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Can hyperlipidemia cause dizziness?

Hyperlipidemia can cause symptoms of dizziness. In addition to dizziness, if it leads to arteriosclerosis, patients may also experience discomfort in the precordial area, such as chest tightness and chest pain. If arteriosclerosis occurs in the lower limb arteries, some patients may also develop intermittent claudication. Therefore, hyperlipidemia is a very dangerous risk factor. It can lead to coronary heart disease, angina, cerebral infarction, and even pancreatitis, fatty liver, liver cirrhosis, liver cancer, and other severe problems. For patients with hyperlipidemia, it is crucial to actively lower blood lipids, persist in exercising and losing weight, and maintain a low-salt, low-fat diet. Only by effectively controlling hyperlipidemia can we better prevent the development of arteriosclerosis.

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What should be paid attention to for hyperlipidemia?

What should be noted for hyperlipidemia? First, maintain regular life habits, avoid staying up late, smoking, excessive drinking, and overeating. Try to avoid consuming animal offal, fatty meats, fried foods, and foods high in cholesterol. Opt for easily digestible and high dietary fiber foods, and consume more vegetables and fruits to help lower blood lipids. Additionally, under the guidance of a doctor, medication that regulates blood lipids should be used. Common medications include rosuvastatin, atorvastatin, fenofibrate, and Xuezhikang, which should be routinely used to maintain blood lipids within a normal range.

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Can people with hyperlipidemia drink alcohol?

If hyperlipidemia can exclude some secondary causes or diseases, moderate alcohol consumption is permissible, because alcohol can increase the level of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) in the plasma. However, research has confirmed that long-term excessive drinking can inhibit the oxidation of fatty acids in the liver and increase the synthesis of fatty acids, leading to excessive production of triglycerides and raising the level of triglycerides in the plasma. Therefore, it is recommended that alcohol intake be generally less than 30 grams per day, and for spirits, not exceed 50 grams per day. Moderate drinking is acceptable, but of course, this excludes cases where alcohol consumption is not permissible, such as in patients with liver or kidney failure or acute complications of diabetes. If the overall physical function is stable and it is merely a case of hyperlipidemia, moderate alcohol intake is permissible.