What is hyperlipoproteinemia type I?
Hyperlipoproteinemia type I is a rare inherited condition caused by lipoprotein lipase (LPL) deficiency that results in the impairment of the breakdown of fat. With LPL deficiency, triglycerides accumulate and may lead to other conditions, e.g. enlarged spleen/liver, pancreatitis, and skin lesions.
How do members experience hyperlipoproteinemia type I?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with hyperlipoproteinemia type I*
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Fatigue
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Nothing reported yet
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Anxious mood
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Nothing reported yet
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Depressed mood
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for hyperlipoproteinemia type I*
Who has hyperlipoproteinemia type I on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 5 | |
| 50s | 2 | |
| 60s | 5 | |
| 70+ | 6 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 6 | |
| Female | 16 |