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Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by high blood sugar due to impaired insulin production or use, leading to potential long-term health complications including heart and kidney disease.

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Hypercholesterolemia

Hypercholesterolemia, marked by elevated blood cholesterol, especially LDL, can cause arterial plaque buildup and cardiovascular diseases due to diet, inactivity, and genetics.

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Hyperparathyroidism

Hyperparathyroidism occurs when overactive parathyroid glands produce excess PTH, causing high calcium levels and potential complications in bones, kidneys, and other bodily systems.

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Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism, characterized by excessive thyroid hormone production, accelerates metabolism and can result from Graves' disease, toxic goiter, thyroiditis, or excessive iodine intake.

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Hypertriglyceridemia

Hypertriglyceridemia, characterized by elevated blood triglycerides, arises from genetic predisposition, lifestyle factors like obesity and diet, and increases risk of heart disease and pancreatitis.

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Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism, often caused by Hashimoto's, thyroiditis, or hyperthyroidism treatments, results from insufficient thyroid hormone production due to autoimmune issues, medication, or iodine deficiency.

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Impaired Fasting Glucose

Impaired Fasting Glucose, or prediabetes, signifies elevated blood sugar after fasting, signaling insulin resistance or insufficient insulin, increasing risks for Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.

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Mixed Hyperlipidemia

Mixed hyperlipidemia involves elevated LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, significantly increasing cardiovascular risk due to genetic and lifestyle factors impacting lipid metabolism, requiring early detection.

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