What are two risk factors for hyperlipidemia?

Choose 2 answers.

A. Respiration: Respiration issues are more relevant to respiratory disorders, while indigestion (dyspepsia) is directly related to GI disorders.

B. Swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) are a common symptom in GI disorders, indicating issues such as esophageal stricture, achalasia, or GERD.

C. Pain in the extremities is not typically associated with GI disorders; it is more relevant to musculoskeletal or neurological conditions.

D. Sleep disruption: While sleep disruption can occur with GI disorders, it is not a primary symptom to be questioned. Other symptoms like swallowing issues or indigestion are more directly related.

E. Family history: A family history of GI disorders can provide valuable information about hereditary conditions like Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, or colorectal cancer.

F. Indigestion, or dyspepsia, is a common symptom of GI disorders. It includes discomfort or pain in the upper abdomen, bloating, and nausea, which are directly related to the GI system.

A. Diabetes mellitus is a significant risk factor for hyperlipidemia due to the associated abnormalities in lipid metabolism, leading to elevated levels of cholesterol and triglycerides.

B. Vascular damage can be a consequence of hyperlipidemia but is not a risk factor itself.

C. Overexertion is not a recognized risk factor for hyperlipidemia.

D. Gastric ulceration is unrelated to lipid metabolism and does not contribute to hyperlipidemia.

E. Hypercoagulability refers to an increased tendency for blood clotting, which is not directly related to lipid levels in the blood.

F. Familial hypercholesterolemia is a genetic disorder that leads to extremely high levels of cholesterol in the blood, significantly increasing the risk of hyperlipidemia and associated cardiovascular diseases.