Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome Overview

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What is the definition of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome?
Abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome is a disease that is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors characterized by a clustering of insulin resistance, high levels of insulin, abnormal blood fats (lipids), high blood pressure, abdominal obesity, glucose intolerance or non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, and an increased risk of adverse cardiovascular events. There are different types of abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome, such as abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome 1 or 4. Factors that influence the development of abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome include age, smoking, alcohol, diet, and physical inactivity. Abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome occurs most often in Mexican American women.
What are the symptoms of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome?
Symptoms of abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome may include chest pain; radiating pain in chest, jaw, or down left arm (angina pectoris); swelling; abdominal obesity; high blood pressure; high blood triglycerides and low high-density lipoprotein levels; high fasting glucose levels; type 2 diabetes; coronary heart disease (plaque build-up in arteries; CHD); heart attack; and cardiac death.
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What are the current treatments for Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome?
Treatment for abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome focuses first on lifestyle changes, such as weight loss, exercise, healthy diet, and quitting smoking. Medications for treating abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome may include diabetes drugs; statins to lower blood lipids (fats), such as atorvastatin; blood pressure medications; and blood-thinning medications, such as aspirin or clopidogrel to prevent blood clots.
Who are the top Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome Local Doctors?
Pam R. Taub
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Pam R. Taub
Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Pam R. Taub
Cardiology | Nuclear Medicine

Regents Of The University Of California

200 W Arbor Dr, 
San Diego, CA 
858-657-7000
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Pam Taub is a Cardiologist and a Nuclear Medicine provider in San Diego, California. Dr. Taub is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Heart Failure, Familial Dysautonomia, High Cholesterol, and Heart Transplant.

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Dr. Rimas V. Janusonis
Family Medicine
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Rimas V. Janusonis
Family Medicine

Thedacare Incorporated

333 N Green Bay Rd, 
Neenah, WI 
920-720-2300
Languages Spoken:
English, Lithuanian, Spanish
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Rimas Janusonis is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Neenah, Wisconsin. Dr. Janusonis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS), Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Cytochrome C Oxidase Deficiency. Dr. Janusonis is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Elliot F. Miller
Internal Medicine
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Elliot F. Miller
Internal Medicine

Lake Forest Internal Medicine Ltd

1800 Hollister Dr, Suite 211, 
Libertyville, IL 
847-816-3084
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Elliot Miller is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Libertyville, Illinois. Dr. Miller is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Cough, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency. Dr. Miller is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome Clinical Trials?
Long-Term Follow-UP of Survivors of Pediatric Cushing Disease
Long-Term Follow-UP of Survivors of Pediatric Cushing Disease
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: October 06, 2025

Background: The pituitary gland produces hormones. A tumor in this gland can cause it to produce too much of the hormone cortisol. Too much cortisol in the body causes Cushing disease. This disease causes many problems. Some of these problems might persist after the disease is cured.

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Study for the Identification of a Quantitative Eco-Elastographic Score of Pancreatic Steatosis and Its Correlation With Beta-Cell Function and Metabolic Syndrome.
Study for the Identification of a Quantitative Eco-Elastographic Score of Pancreatic Steatosis and Its Correlation With Beta-Cell Function and Metabolic Syndrome.
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: September 04, 2025
Intervention Type: Diagnostic test
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: The SPES clinical study aims to evaluate the relationship between pancreatic fat accumulation (pancreatic steatosis) and metabolic health. Pancreatic steatosis has been linked to conditions like type 2 diabetes (T2D) and metabolic syndrome, but the underlying mechanisms and its impact on beta-cell function remain poorly understood. The primary goal of this study is to develop a quantitative ultras...

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