Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
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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?
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Endocrinology
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Endocrinology
Referral may be required

Swedish Edmonds Specialty Clinic

21616 76th Avenue West, Suite 212, 
Edmonds, WA 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

An endocrinologist is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and managing hormone imbalances – diseases that affect your glands. This can include many conditions related to obesity such as diabetes, lipid disorders and thyroid disease. Dr. Geamanu believes in partnering with patients to first fully educate them about hormone imbalances and diseases caused by obesity, and then to develop individualized treatments plans that may include diet, exercise and prescribed medications when appropriate. “Obesity is our greatest health concern,” says Dr. Geamanu. “My goal is to help educate patients about how to prevent obesity through diet and exercise. Prevention is the key to success.”. Dr. Geamanu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperparathyroidism, Triple A Syndrome, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Geamanu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Geamanu is currently accepting new patients.

Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Bariatric Medicine
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Bariatric Medicine
Referral may be required
801 N. Cass Ave., Suite 300, 
Westmont, IL 
Experience:
20+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

My personal practice style involves working with my patient to create a healthy lifestyle change. I am looking for patients that want to use science and medicine to improve their health and to make changes in their lives. This includes making informed decisions based on laboratory testing. I enjoy treating patients that want to participate in change. Dr. Pua is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Pua is board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine.

 
 
 
 
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Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Family Medicine
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Family Medicine

Texas Health Family Care

1200 Summer Lee Dr., Suite 102, 
Rockwall, TX 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

Emily Mccullar is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Rockwall, Texas. Dr. Mccullar is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. She is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and Hypothyroidism.

What are the latest Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome Clinical Trials?
Long-Term Follow-UP of Survivors of Pediatric Cushing Disease

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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Metabolic Effects of Angiotensin-(1-7)

Summary: The overall purpose of this study is to learn more about the metabolic effects of angiotensin-(1-7) in the insulin resistant state associated with obesity. Pharmacologic approaches to increase angiotensin-(1-7) levels or its actions are currently in development for treatment of metabolic-related diseases such as obesity and type II diabetes, based on findings from animal studies. It is unclear if ...