How Do You Spell HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA?

Pronunciation: [hˌa͡ɪpəkˌə͡ʊlstəɹə͡ʊlˈiːmi͡ə] (IPA)

Hypercholesterolemia is a medical term that refers to high levels of cholesterol in the blood, which can lead to various health problems. The word is spelled /ˌhaɪ.pər.kəˌlɛs.tər.əˈloʊ.mi.ə/ in IPA phonetic transcription, which breaks down the pronunciation of each syllable. The first syllable is pronounced as "hi" with a long "i" sound, followed by "per" and "ko". The last three syllables are pronounced as "luh", "stuh", and "meeuh", respectively. Though it may seem like a difficult word to spell, it can be made easier by breaking it down into its separate syllables.

HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA Meaning and Definition

1. Hypercholesterolemia is a medical condition characterized by abnormally high levels of cholesterol in the bloodstream. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that is naturally produced by the liver and is also found in certain foods. It is an essential component of cell membranes and is involved in various bodily functions. However, excessive levels of cholesterol can be detrimental to one's health.

   In hypercholesterolemia, there is an excessive accumulation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, commonly known as "bad" cholesterol. This condition usually occurs due to a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors, such as a diet rich in saturated and trans fats, smoking, obesity, and lack of physical activity.

   The buildup of LDL cholesterol in the arteries can lead to the formation of plaque, which narrows and hardens the arteries, restricting blood flow and increasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases. If left untreated, hypercholesterolemia can contribute to the development of conditions like coronary artery disease, stroke, and heart attack.

   Treatment for hypercholesterolemia typically involves lifestyle modifications, such as adopting a healthy diet low in cholesterol and saturated fats, regular exercise, and weight reduction. In some cases, medications called statins may be prescribed to help lower cholesterol levels. Regular monitoring of cholesterol levels through blood tests is necessary to manage the condition effectively. By effectively managing hypercholesterolemia, individuals can potentially reduce their risk of developing more serious cardiovascular complications.

2. The presence of an excessive amount of cholesterol in the blood.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA

• gypercholesterolemia
• bypercholesterolemia
• nypercholesterolemia
• jypercholesterolemia
• uypercholesterolemia
• yypercholesterolemia
• htpercholesterolemia
• hgpercholesterolemia
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• hupercholesterolemia
• h7percholesterolemia
• h6percholesterolemia
• hyoercholesterolemia
• hylercholesterolemia
• hy-ercholesterolemia
• hy0ercholesterolemia
• hypwrcholesterolemia
• hypsrcholesterolemia
• hypdrcholesterolemia
• hypercholsterolemia
• hypercholestrolemia
• hypercholesterolemiaa
• hyercholesterolemias
• Hypercholesterolaemia
• Hypocholesterolemia

Etymology of HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA

The word hypercholesterolemia is derived from several roots:

1. Hyper is a prefix of Greek origin that means over or excessive.

2. Cholesterolemia is derived from the combination of two Greek roots:

- Chole- which refers to bile or cholesterol.

- Emia is a suffix that denotes a condition of the blood.

Therefore, hypercholesterolemia literally means excessive cholesterol in the blood.

Similar spelling words for HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA

• hypercholesterolaemia,
• hypercholesteremia.

Plural form of HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIA is HYPERCHOLESTEROLEMIAS