Hyperlipidemia
noun
A condition characterized by an excess of lipids in the blood, often leading to cardiovascular issues.
Many patients with hyperlipidemia are advised to change their diet to reduce fat intake.

Often appears as...
- high cholesterol
- cholesterol levels
Usage tips
Neutral
Elevated cholesterol levels, lipid profile testing, cardiovascular risk
noun
A condition characterized by an excess of lipids in the blood, often leading to cardiovascular issues.
Many patients with hyperlipidemia are advised to change their diet to reduce fat intake.

Often appears as...
- high cholesterol
- cholesterol levels
Usage tips
Neutral
Elevated cholesterol levels, lipid profile testing, cardiovascular risk
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Context
Hyperlipidemia is often discussed in relation to heart disease, highlighting its importance in both medical and lifestyle contexts.
Hyperlipidemia is primarily a medical term but can also be discussed in public health forums.
Formal
When discussing patient health, using terms like hyperlipidemia is more applicable than casual language.
In professional medical settings, accuracy is key.
Cultural Awareness
Different cultures may have varying dietary practices that influence lipid levels; it’s important to consider these when addressing hyperlipidemia.
Understanding cultural food practices can aid in prevention.
Context
Hyperlipidemia is often discussed in relation to heart disease, highlighting its importance in both medical and lifestyle contexts.
Hyperlipidemia is primarily a medical term but can also be discussed in public health forums.
Formal
When discussing patient health, using terms like hyperlipidemia is more applicable than casual language.
In professional medical settings, accuracy is key.
Cultural Awareness
Different cultures may have varying dietary practices that influence lipid levels; it’s important to consider these when addressing hyperlipidemia.
Understanding cultural food practices can aid in prevention.
Context
Hyperlipidemia is often discussed in relation to heart disease, highlighting its importance in both medical and lifestyle contexts.
Hyperlipidemia is primarily a medical term but can also be discussed in public health forums.
Formal
When discussing patient health, using terms like hyperlipidemia is more applicable than casual language.
In professional medical settings, accuracy is key.
Cultural Awareness
Different cultures may have varying dietary practices that influence lipid levels; it’s important to consider these when addressing hyperlipidemia.
Understanding cultural food practices can aid in prevention.
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