Metabolic Syndrome X Learning Center

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Metabolic syndrome refers to a group of symptoms that occur together and promote the development of coronary artery disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Metabolic syndrome is also called insulin resistance syndrome.

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Symptoms
Alone, the symptoms can cause medical issues. Combined, they can present severe health problems. Symptoms include: Ex...
Causes
Metabolic syndrome is becoming more and more common in the United States. More than 50 million Americans are estimate...
Tests
Tests that may be done to diagnose metabolic syndrome include: Blood pressure measurement; Glucose test; HDL choleste...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to reduce your risk of heart disease and diabetes. Your doctor will recommend lifestyle chan...
Complications
Aortic stenosis; Atherosclerosis; Diabetes; Heart attack; Kidney disease; Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease; Peripher...
Prevention
Preventing (and managing) the condition involves: Eating a diet low in fat, with a variety of fruits, vegetables and ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have signs or symptoms of this condition.

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