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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Top treatments taken by people for hyperlipoproteinemia type I*
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Who has hyperlipoproteinemia type I on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 3 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 5 | |
| 50s | 2 | |
| 60s | 5 | |
| 70+ | 6 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 6 | |
| Female | 16 |
Talk to people with hyperlipoproteinemia type I
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