Atazanavir hyperlipidemia

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Avatar m tn I was told I have high fat in my blood after visiting the emergency room for heat exhaustion. The ER doctor said I have Hyperlipidemia. What does this mean and what do I need to do?
446474 tn?1446347682 * Boceprevir reduced average trough concentrations of ritonavir-boosted atazanavir (Reyataz), lopinavir (Kaletra), and darunavir (Prezista) by 49%, 43% and 59%, respectively. * On average, reductions of 25% to 36% were seen in peak concentration of the three drugs, when given with boceprevir, along with declines of 34% to 44% in exposure (area under the curve).
862235 tn?1336060295 Type III hyperlipidemia is usually familial. According to studies done, type III hyperlipidemia responds well to a to a low-carbohydrate-clofibrate regime. For this increase dietary intake of fiber rich foods like oat bran will help. Diet should be rich in antioxidant vitamins found primarily in fruits and vegetables. Take plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. Avoid red meats, dairy products and oily food. Substitute your oil for ones which have a high content of unsaturated fats.
Avatar m tn A high level of cholesterol in the blood is a condition known as hypercholesterolemia. This is a form of hyperlipidemia (also known as lipemia, lipidemia, lipoidemia, hyperlipoidemia) which means simply: excess lipids in the bloodstream. The other type of hyperlipidemia, in addition to hypercholesterolemia, is called hypertriglyceridemia which means: excess levels of triglycerides in the blood." My trigs were measured at over 2100 recently. I have to take a Statin to keep that in check.
612551 tn?1450022175 Hi Jerry. I agree, it's rather confusing. But as an example, if you are treated with statins, you still have hyperlipidemia, just that it's controlled with medication. The same goes for high blood pressure after treatment, and angina pectoris after stenting or bypass. Mixed hyperlipidemia is the condition where both cholesterol and triglycerides are elevated (before treatment), in contrast to hypercholesterolemia where only the cholesterol is elevated. I hope this helps.
Avatar n tn You can google the warnings and side effects of that one. I also take Tricor for my hyperlipidemia. But that is a fenofibrate, not a statin. Have you ever tried the grandfather of statins, Lipitor? Talk to your doctor and get the straight answers.
Avatar n tn theendocrinal and metabolic abnormailites include non insulin dependent diabetes, type IV hyperlipidemia , truncal obesity and hyperuricemia. Consult your neurologist for further details. Take care.
Avatar f tn I am 69 yrs old and have recently been diagnosed with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (primary), mixed hyperlipidemia, non-rheumatic mitral regurgitation, and non-ischemic cardiomyopathy. My ejection fraction is 35%. What may I expect for life expectancy and what can I do, other than prescribed medications, to improve my condition? I am in otherwise good health other than taking a cholesterol lowing medication. Thank you.
2046312 tn?1360379600 The interaction has also been reported with atazanavir/ritonavir. A case series describes three patients who experienced excessive opiate effects of buprenorphine during concomitant antiretroviral therapy with atazanavir, ritonavir, and various nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Two of the patients had been on their antiretroviral regimen for several months and reported doped-up feeling, dizziness, and feeling high following initiation of buprenorphine 8 mg/day.
Avatar n tn It can be caused by diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, advanced age, and autoimmune diseases. Hope this helps. Take care! The medical advice given should not be considered a substitute for medical care provided by a doctor who can examine you. The advice may not be completely correct for you as the doctor cannot examine you and does not know your complete medical history.
2003325 tn?1327580228 Do you have risk factors for a heart ailment like obesity, smoking, hypertension, stress and hyperlipidemia. The pain of a heart attack is crushing pain, felt typically behind the breast bone in the centre or left, radiating to the left arm, jaw ,neck and face. There may be associated nausea, palpitations, sweating and shortness of breath along with the pain. You could be having a nerve compression of an exiting cervical nerve root in your neck causing this numbness in the arm.
Avatar f tn An arc or ring around the iris sometimes occurs in younger people who have severe cases of high cholesterol and high triglycerides passed down through families (familial hyperlipidemia). In people with familial hyperlipidemia, this typically occurs before age 45. With Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, M.D.
Avatar f tn Those issues include depression, increasing fatigue, adult onset asthma, elevated triglycerides (hyperlipidemia) and others. I simply thought my body was aging, especially since I'm menopausal and have not had a monthly cycle in 2 years. Oh, I was diagnosed about 15 years ago with PMDD; always had PMS but it became untenable. I currently do not have the results of my bloodwork.
1476285 tn?1287337784 The interaction has also been reported with atazanavir/ritonavir. A case series describes three patients who experienced excessive opiate effects of buprenorphine during concomitant antiretroviral therapy with atazanavir, ritonavir, and various nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Two of the patients had been on their antiretroviral regimen for several months and reported doped-up feeling, dizziness, and feeling high following initiation of buprenorphine 8 mg/day.
Avatar m tn We analyzed prevalence of treatment of hyperlipidemia in various risk groups. In the patients who were treated for hyperlipidemia, we collected information on any worsening hepatic function that led to treatment discontinuation. Results Six hundred and twenty-eight (70.5%) out of 891 patients with hepatitis C had hyperlipidemia. Of the 628 patients who had hyperlipidemia, 81 (12.7%) had positive antibody and RNA not tested; 162 (25.
Avatar n tn Her labwork has indicated that she also has hypothyroidism and hyperlipidemia. They are already talking about islet cell transplant and are sending her to a retinologist. Is it normal to have all of these other issues so early on? Does anyone know a good pediatric endocrinologist in Tennessee?
Avatar n tn Predisposing factors for developing heart disease at such an early age would include diabetes, high blood pressure, hyperlipidemia, tobacco use, and family history of heart disease. Other conditions would include exposure to chest radiation and certain chemotherapeutic drugs.
1326991 tn?1274929397 He diagnosed me as having Optic Neuropathy, with risk factors of hyperlipidemia and prominent crowded optic disc appearance. He had me get an MRI and blood work done to rule out causes. All have come back "ok". He believes it is due to a circulation problem, and there is nothing more that can be done. In your opinion, do you suggest I see any other types of Doctors to pursue the cause. I have VERY LITTLE vision left in this eye.
Avatar n tn High cholesterol as a part of hyperlipidemia can also affect your SGOT (AST) and SGPT (ALT) levels. Causes of liver transaminase elevations include viral hepatitis, alcohol use, medication use, steatosis or steatohepatitis, and cirrhosis. Steatosis and cirrhosis are ruled out by the ultrasound. Other common health conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, pancreatitis, hemolytic anemia and thyroid disease, can also cause liver transaminase elevations.
1240683 tn?1268232755 Hyperlipidemia and hyperparathyroidism can cause Chronic Pancreatitis and CP can cause malabsorbtion, diarrheah etc. Tests for pancreatitis include: Fecal fat test Serum amylase Serum lipase Serum trypsinogen Inflammation or calcium deposits of the pancreas may be seen on: Abdominal CT scan Abdominal ultrasound ERCP EUS I would suggest an EUS at a center that specializes in pancreas issues. SC, IN, and MN have wonderful doctors that specialize in pancreas issues.
Avatar m tn Unfortunately there is no single test (or battery of tests) that can predict who will have a heart attack. Risk factors for having heart disease include the following: age (males >45, women > 55), history of diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, family history of heart disease (first degree relative < 55 (males) or < 65 (females).