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 Chylomicronemia syndromeCauses and Risks:Chylomicronemia syndrome is usually associated with lipid disorders such as lipoprotein lipase deficiency or hypertriglyceridemia. It may also occur in the presence of other risk factors of hyperlipidemia such as increased fat intake, diabetes , excessive alcohol use , use of estrogens, steroids, beta-blockers, and other medications, and obesity in people at risk. It is associated with the following diseases: diabetes mellitus , hypothyroidism , Cushing's syndrome , severe azotemia , and nephrotic syndrome . A layer of chylomicrons is present when blood is centrifuged and the triglyceride level is extremely elevated. Risk factors are a history of familial lipoprotein lipase deficiency , familial dysbetalipoproteinemia , familial combined hyperlipidemia , dietary factors, and associated diseases. The incidence is 5 out of 10,000 people. Prevention: See the specific associated disorders. Symptoms: The symptoms vary depending on the specific disease manifested. Signs and Tests: Examination and tests may reveal an enlarged liver and spleen, inflammation of the pancreas, fatty deposits under the skin, or deposits in the retina of the eye. A layer of chylomicrons is present when blood is centrifuged and the triglyceride level is extremely elevated. Treatment: See the specific disease. Prognosis: See the specific associated disorders. Complications: See the specific associated disorders. There may be an increased risk for heart disease . Call Your Healthcare Provider: Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you have any of the disorders associated with this syndrome and you have not had your blood triglyceride levels measured or you are due for a routine physical examination . |