Hyperlipidemia: Understanding High Cholesterol and Lipid Levels
Hyperlipidemia is the medical term for elevated levels of lipids (fats) in the blood, including cholesterol and triglycerides. It encompasses high low-density lipoprotein (LDL, "bad" cholesterol), low high-density lipoprotein (HDL, "good" cholesterol), and/or high triglycerides. Hyperlipidemia is a major risk factor for atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease.
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