Metabolic Syndrome

Metabolic syndrome (MetS) is defined by a cluster of interconnected factors that directly increase the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), other forms of cardiovascular atherosclerotic diseases (CVD), and diabetes mellitus type 2 (DMT2). MetS is a complex disorder with high socioeconomic cost that is considered a worldwide epidemic.
The exact cause of the metabolic syndrome is not known. Many features of the metabolic syndrome are associated with

insulin resistance

, and it is closely linked to overweight or obesity and inactivity.
Symptoms

High blood pressure disease

  • Resistant

or High blood pressure

common

Overweight or obese

common

High levels of fats in blood

common

High blood sugar

common

Dark patches of skin

  • At groin

  • At armpits

  • At neck

High urine output

or Excessive appetite

or Excessive thirst

or Frequent urination

or Blurred vision

History of coronary artery disease

Risk factors

Diabetes mellitus

or Family history of Diabetes Mellitus

Smoking

Alcohol consumption

Treatment
The goal of metabolic syndrome treatment is to reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes by controlling the associated problematic health conditions (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, insulin resistance). If aggressive lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise aren't enough, your doctor might suggest medications to help control your blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
Recommended specialist

If you have Metabolic Syndrome, then a visit to an endocrinologist is recommended.

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