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Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions, which damage normal metabolic processes in person`s body. Usually metabolic syndrome develops in people with increased blood sugar and high blood pressure, who lead sedentary lifestyle and have abnormal cholesterol levels in the blood. Metabolic syndrome in most cases develops only if there combination of all the factors, listed above. The main indicator of metabolic syndrome is large waist circumference, which exceeds 90 cm. Metabolic syndrome can be developed because of a long-term inactivity or insulin resistance, when digestive system is not able to control high glucose levels.
Metabolic syndrome is quite common nowadays, affecting approximately 24% of world population. It presents many complications and needs to be treated gradually to eliminate all possible dangers, such as cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. Metabolic syndrome is more common in women than in men. It is also more predominant in Mexican Americans and Whites. Metabolic syndrome usually develops after 40 years of age.
- Obesity
- Fatigue
- Inability to do physical activities for long period of time
- Frequent urination
- Blurred vision
- Excessive thirst
- During physical examination a doctor measures person's waist circumference to see if it is more than normal.
- Insulin resistance test is ordered to understand if person produces normal amount of insulin and if he/she has high glucose levels.
- Electrocardiogram is used to see if a person has abnormalities in the heart beat and blood pressure.
Overall, diagnosis is confirmed only after the whole combination of factors, predominant for metabolic disorder, was founded.
Conservative treatment is the most common option for people with metabolic syndrome. During the period of treatment a person needs to be under the observation of endocrinologist and cardiologist. Losing weight is essential for successful treatment. Diet and exercising are the main recommendations for people with metabolic syndromes. They may also be prescribed drugs, which regulate blood pressure and glucose levels.
Authors: Dr. Nadezhda Ivanisova, Dr. Sergey Pashchenko