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What are the symptoms of triglycerides ?


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Triglyceride 

    Triglycerides  is a form of fat that travels through the blood, it is worth mentioning that most of the fat in the body is stored in the form of a three - fat, and it can be said that the triglycerides present in the blood is only a combination of triglycerides that the body works on production As a source of energy or obtained from food sources, such as vegetable oils and animal fats, the level of triglycerides is usually measured along with other types of fats such as cholesterol , and in fact the high level of these fats in the blood is a risk factor for atherosclerosis Atherosclerosis, as many lipoproteins responsible for the transport of triglycerides in the blood are able to transport cholesterol as well, which in turn increases the risk of atherosclerosis. 

Symptoms of triglycerides

   In fact, there are no specific symptoms associated with high triglycerides, but there may appear some warning signs that may indicate the high level of this type of fat, especially when it is very high, and among these symptoms and signs we mention the following: 

  • Yellow tumors: It is also called the term “xanthomas”. This condition is represented by the accumulation of fatty deposits under the skin. These deposits differ in their shape and size, so they may be of small size or more than 7.5 cm wide, and appear in yellow or orange, and in In fact, this condition may indicate elevated triglycerides, or cholesterol in the blood ; the appearance of these accumulations is concentrated in some specific areas of the body such as the elbows, knees, hands, ankles, back , buttocks, or even eyelids in some cases, it is worth noting that The appearance of these accumulations is this Yeh does not constitute a danger to the injured person, and often disappear after a decline in the level of triglycerides in the blood. 
  • Acute pancreatitis: This condition is accompanied by a group of symptoms such as sudden and severe abdominal pain, nausea , vomiting, fever, rapid heart rate , and rapid breathing, and it should be noted that drinking alcohol increases the risk of developing this The condition also can lead to an increase in the percentage of triglycerides in the blood.
  • Other warning signs: We mention the following: 

- Swollen liver or spleen, feeling pain in these parts of the body. 

- Obstruction of blood flow to the heart or brain, and this occurs in cases where triglycerides are very high, and low blood supply to the heart is accompanied by several symptoms, including pain in the chest area, while low blood supply to the brain may lead to feeling numbness, dizziness , confusion, and blurred eye , severe headache . 
- Eye examination changes, your doctor can note this in cases where the triglyceride level exceeds 4000 mg / dL. 

The normal level of triglycerides 

   The level of triglycerides can be detected by analyzing a sample of blood, as a person is required to fast for a specific period before taking this test. In fact, the verification of high triglycerides is usually done as part of the cholesterol analysis test, and the results of the triglyceride analysis can be explained As follows:


  • Normal level: In cases where the level of triglycerides drops below 150 mg / dl. 
  • High threshold: In cases where the level of triglycerides ranges between 150-199 mg / dL. 
  • High level: In cases where the level of triglycerides ranges between 200-499 mg / dL. 
  • Very high level: in cases where the level of triglycerides in the blood exceeds 500 mg / dL. 

Reducing the level of triglycerides


Changing lifestyles 

   There are many tips and lifestyle changes that can be made to help reduce triglycerides, and some of them are listed below:  
  • Practicing exercise: Experts are advised to do exercise for a period of not less than half an hour five times a week, and in cases where a person is considered discontinued from exercising physical activities it is advised to start exercising gradually. 
  • Weight loss: can help weight loss excess to reduce fat triple in the blood, and can be achieved through the practice of exercise and a healthy diet, so that a person is keen to reduce calorie ratio calorie food, and are advised to focus on a lot of eating fruits , Vegetables , lean protein and low-fat dairy products. It is worth noting the importance of eating less of the foods that contain unhealthy fats, trans fats and cholesterol.
  •  Avoid drinking alcohol: Because alcohol has an effect on increasing triglycerides in the blood. 

Pharmacological treatments 

   People who suffer from high triglycerides in conjunction with a heart disease may need to take some types of medications that help to reduce the proportion of these fats in the blood. These include the following: 
  • Fibrates: where drugs help Fibrates  to reduce the proportion of fat triple, and a portion of cholesterol in the blood. 
  • Omega 3: It helps fatty acids of the type Omega-3  on the control of triglycerides in the blood ratio. 
  • Niacin: Also known as the term nicotinic acid , which contributes to reducing the level of triple fat by up to 50%. 
  • Statins: Statins are the first choice for lowering cholesterol in the blood, and these drugs contribute to lower triglycerides as well, in addition to reducing the risk of heart disease .

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