Dyslipidemia in Men
Dyslipidemia means unhealthy cholesterol or triglyceride levels. It often occurs alongside obesity, diabetes, and high blood pressure, and it raises cardiovascular risk.
Symptoms
Usually none. Elevated lipids are a laboratory finding, not a symptomatic one.
Causes and risk
Diet, genetics, diabetes, thyroid disease, obesity, low activity, kidney disease, and certain medications can contribute.
How it is evaluated
Evaluation uses a fasting or nonfasting lipid panel plus risk review including blood pressure, blood sugar, smoking status, and family history.
Treatment
Treatment includes diet, exercise, weight loss, and medication when indicated. Statins are most commonly used for LDL reduction.
When to seek care
Seek urgent care for chest pain, jaw pain, or shortness of breath -- symptoms that can indicate a cardiovascular event.