Hyperlipidemia (High Blood Fats)

Control Your Blood Fats, Live a Healthy Life
Hyperlipidemia is the condition of having higher than normal levels of fats (lipids) in the blood. It is usually associated with increased cholesterol and triglyceride levels and can pave the way for serious health problems such as heart disease and stroke. Ento Surgical Medical Center is with you to protect your health with modern treatment methods and personalized approaches in the treatment of hyperlipidemia.

What is Hyperlipidemia?
Hyperlipidemia is the condition of having excessive amounts of cholesterol, triglycerides or both in the blood. High cholesterol and triglyceride levels can accumulate in the vascular walls and lead to atherosclerosis, which can trigger heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular problems.

Causes of Hyperlipidemia:
- Genetic factors: The risk increases in people with high cholesterol or heart disease in their family.
- Unhealthy diet: Consuming high-fat, sugary and processed foods can increase blood fats.
- Physical inactivity: Not exercising regularly can negatively affect blood fats.
- Obesity: Excessive weight can cause high cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
- Smoking and alcohol use: Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can increase blood fats.
- Diabetes: Diabetes can negatively affect lipid metabolism, leading to increased blood fats.
- Age and gender: Cholesterol levels may increase with age, especially in women after menopause.

Symptoms of Hyperlipidemia:
Hyperlipidemia usually does not show any obvious symptoms. Therefore, regular health screenings are very important. However, the following symptoms may be seen in some patients:
- Excessive fat deposits around the belly
- Subcutaneous fat deposits (xanthomas) due to high cholesterol levels
- Yellowish spots (xanthelasma) around the eyes in cases where cholesterol levels are very high
Health Effects of Hyperlipidemia:

- Heart diseases: High blood fat levels clog the arteries, increasing the risk of heart attack or heart failure.
- Stroke: It can block blood flow to the brain by causing a blockage in the veins, which can cause a stroke. - Atherosclerosis: The hardening and narrowing of the veins prevents blood flow and leads to various health problems. - Liver diseases: High fat levels can impair liver function, leading to problems such as steatohepatitis.
Hyperlipidemia Treatment Methods: Ento Surgical Medical Center offers various treatment methods for the treatment of hyperlipidemia:
- Diet and Nutrition Regulations: It is recommended to limit foods containing high cholesterol and triglycerides, and increase healthy fats (e.g. omega-3 fatty acids) and fiber foods.
- Physical Activity: Regular exercise balances blood fats and improves heart health.
- Drug Therapy: Medications such as statins, fibrates, and niacin are used to control cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
- Weight Control: Obesity treatment can help lower blood fats. Weight control can be achieved with regular exercise and a healthy diet.
- Reducing Smoking and Alcohol Use: Not smoking and drinking alcohol in moderation can improve blood fats.

Living with Hyperlipidemia:
Hyperlipidemia can usually be managed with lifestyle changes. Your cholesterol and triglyceride levels should be checked regularly. As Ento Surgical Medical Center, we help you achieve your healthy life goals by offering you personalized treatment plans.