Hyperlipidaemia
noun
A medical condition characterized by excessive levels of lipids in the bloodstream, which can increase the risk of heart disease.
Doctors often check for hyperlipidaemia in patients with a family history of heart disease.

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Formal
high cholesterol, lipid profile, cardiovascular disease
noun
A medical condition characterized by excessive levels of lipids in the bloodstream, which can increase the risk of heart disease.
Doctors often check for hyperlipidaemia in patients with a family history of heart disease.

Usage tips
Formal
high cholesterol, lipid profile, cardiovascular disease
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Understanding Medical Terms
Knowing medical terms like hyperlipidaemia can help improve health literacy.
Many people may not understand complex terms related to health conditions.
Assessing Health Risks
Hyperlipidaemia is often assessed to determine an individual's risk for chronic diseases.
Regular check-ups can help in identifying such conditions early.
Diet and Lifestyle Implications
Managing hyperlipidaemia often requires dietary changes.
Consulting a dietitian can provide personalized guidance.
Understanding Medical Terms
Knowing medical terms like hyperlipidaemia can help improve health literacy.
Many people may not understand complex terms related to health conditions.
Assessing Health Risks
Hyperlipidaemia is often assessed to determine an individual's risk for chronic diseases.
Regular check-ups can help in identifying such conditions early.
Diet and Lifestyle Implications
Managing hyperlipidaemia often requires dietary changes.
Consulting a dietitian can provide personalized guidance.
Understanding Medical Terms
Knowing medical terms like hyperlipidaemia can help improve health literacy.
Many people may not understand complex terms related to health conditions.
Assessing Health Risks
Hyperlipidaemia is often assessed to determine an individual's risk for chronic diseases.
Regular check-ups can help in identifying such conditions early.
Diet and Lifestyle Implications
Managing hyperlipidaemia often requires dietary changes.
Consulting a dietitian can provide personalized guidance.
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