Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia
Familial combined hyperlipidemia is an inherited disorder of fat metabolism in which different types of lipids in the blood, such as cholesterol and triglycerides, become elevated. Because it has a familial component, it can appear in several members of the same family.
Characteristics: It usually causes no obvious symptoms and is detected on blood tests; over time, elevated lipid levels can affect cardiovascular health.
Associated factors: It combines a genetic predisposition with lifestyle elements, such as diet and physical activity.
Which specialist treats it? The internist and family physician can coordinate the evaluation, with support from the clinical dietitian for dietary guidance. If there is a family history or abnormal results, discussing it with a professional helps define appropriate follow-up.
Data on 25 doctors who treat familial combined hyperlipidemia
Specialties that treat familial combined hyperlipidemia
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in familial combined hyperlipidemia
Dr. Rocio Velázquez
Dra. Maria Gomez Palacio Schjetnan
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dra. María Elena de Fátima Cuevas Pedroza
Dr. Arnoldo Samuel Kraus Weisman
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dra. Maria Alejandra Torrero Miranda
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Leticia Gutiérrez Pérez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Lic. Helena Carolina Navarro Silva
Dr. Juan Manuel Arce González
Dr. Jose Juan Sanchez Chamorro
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Fernando Javier Martinez Montes
Dr. Jose Daniel Vargas Paredes
Frequently asked questions
What is familial combined hyperlipidemia?
Familial combined hyperlipidemia is an inherited disorder of fat metabolism in which different types of lipids in the blood, such as cholesterol and triglycerides, become elevated. Because it has a familial component, it can appear in several members of the same family.
Which doctor treats familial combined hyperlipidemia?
Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia is usually treated by specialists in general practitioner, internist, nutritionist, nutritionist, clinical nutritionist, family physician.