What is cholesterol?

What is cholesterol?

What is cholesterol?

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance present in every cell of your body. Your body requires some cholesterol to produce hormones, vitamin D, and substances that aid in food digestion. The body produces all the cholesterol it needs. Cholesterol is also found in animal-based foods like egg yolks, meat, and cheese.

If there is too much cholesterol in your blood, it can mix with other substances to form plaque. This plaque adheres to the walls of your arteries, leading to a condition called atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis can result in coronary artery disease, where the coronary arteries become narrowed or even blocked.

What are HDL, LDL, and VLDL?

HDL, LDL, and VLDL are types of lipoproteins, which are a mix of fat (lipid) and protein. The lipids need to attach to the proteins to travel through the blood. Each type of lipoprotein has a specific function:

• HDL stands for high-density lipoprotein. It's often called "good" cholesterol because it helps remove cholesterol from your body. It carries cholesterol from other areas back to your liver, where it is then eliminated.

• LDL stands for low-density lipoprotein. It's sometimes referred to as "bad" cholesterol because high levels of LDL can cause plaque to build up in your arteries.

• VLDL stands for very low-density lipoprotein. VLDL is also considered "bad" cholesterol as it contributes to plaque buildup in your arteries. However, VLDL and LDL are different; VLDL primarily carries triglycerides, while LDL mainly carries cholesterol.

What is cholesterol?

What problems does high cholesterol cause?

Cholesterol flows through the bloodstream, and as its levels rise, so does the risk to your health. High cholesterol increases the likelihood of cardiovascular diseases, such as heart disease and stroke. This is why it’s essential to have your cholesterol checked, so you can be aware of your levels.

At Dalimed MC, you can check your cholesterol levels and, if necessary, receive an effective consultation from a doctor.

How can I prevent high cholesterol level?

• Check your cholesterol levels. It's important to know your numbers and evaluate your risk.

• Change your diet and lifestyle to improve your levels.

• Control your cholesterol, with guidance from your healthcare professional if necessary.

The lens of the eye is a biconvex lens located behind the iris and attached to the ciliary body by the so-called ciliary ligaments. It is a refractive medium and occupies a unique place in the optical system of the eye. For distance and near vision, it changes its convexity so that light rays fall into focus. It is located in its capsule, has no blood vessels, and is nourished by nutrients penetrating into it through the phenomenon of osmosis. From the age of 50-55, as the body's metabolism slows down and deteriorates, soluble proteins in the lens turn into insoluble proteins and settle in the lens substance. Then they gradually become thicker, causing blurred vision and its gradual decrease. Age-related cataracts /translated from Greek catarus- means waterfall/, which gradually deepens. We distinguish 4 stages of cataract development: •beginning •immature •mature •overmature Since we receive 90% of information from the surrounding world through the visual organ, therefore, due to its dysfunction, the quality of a person's life decreases significantly. Cataract treatment is surgical, although in the initial stage, the combined long-term use of vitamins, antioxidants and local nourishing drops can reduce the intensity of its growth and slow down its progression. Many people believe that vision must completely deteriorate before they can undergo surgery. Previously, cataract cryoextraction/surgery using ice was performed. This surgery required a mature state of cataract. With the development of ophthalmology, this method is no longer used in modern conditions. Now cataract phacoemulsification is performed. This type of surgery is more advanced, there are no stitches is placed and is a wonderful option to avoid postoperative astigmatism. There is a widespread misconception among the people that it is a laser procedure, but no laser is used here.

Diabetes mellitus type 2

Diabetes mellitus is a disease in which there is an increase in glucose in the blood. Glucose enters the blood with the food we eat, and then, through the hormone insulin, it is transported to the body's cells, generating energy. Glucose is the body's source of energy.Causes of diabetes mellitus type 2 1.Insulin resistance, when the body's cells are resistant or indifferent to the insulin produced, as a result of which insulin does not fully perform its function, causing energy hunger in the body. 2.When the cells produce little insulin 3.Genetic predisposition 4.Lifestyle /wrong diet, insufficient physical activity/. Type 2 diabetes mellitus may not be detected for a long time if there are no specific symptoms. In my practice, there are many cases when diabetes mellitus is detected during routine examinations, or when the patient is examined in connection with another disease. However, most often it is detected on the basis of clinical symptoms. The main symptoms of type 2 diabetes are: •Dry mouth •Frequent urination •Nocturia •Feeling of thirst •Weakness •Fatigue •Mood swings •Weight fluctuations

Family Planning

What is family planning? Family planning is a complex of medical and social measures aimed at preserving a woman's health, ensuring the birth of only healthy and expected children. Through this, the number of children in the family is regulated, the age difference between children is determined, and the age at which parents can become parents is determined. How to prevent unwanted pregnancy? There are various methods of contraception: A. Contraceptives: •Intrauterine device. •Oral hormonal contraceptives. •Hormonal patch, vaginal ring, injectables. •Implantation contraception. •Emergency contraceptive pills. •Spermicide. •Barrier methods: condoms, diaphragms, cervical caps, contraceptive sponges. B. Biological methods: •Calendar method. •Interrupted sexual intercourse. •Lactational amenorrhea method. C. Insemination or sterilization - it can be female and male. The method of preventing unwanted pregnancy is chosen individually, taking into account various factors, as well as the opinion of the couple. A specialist - an obstetrician-gynecologist - will help you in this matter.Should you consult a specialist before pregnancy? When planning a child, it is necessary to prepare for pregnancy, to undergo some examinations. Purpose: assessment of the health status of the future mother, clarification of risk factors for pregnancy: physiological characteristics of the woman and diseases of the body, age of the parents, harmful habits, history of toxicosis of pregnancy, multiple pregnancy, breech presentation, fetal hypoxia (oxygen starvation), complicated obstetric (cesarean section, abortions, miscarriage) and gynecological history, etc. In case of detection of pathology, appropriate treatment is prescribed. If necessary, consultations and treatments of other specialists are carried out: endocrinologist, cardiologist, urologist, gastroenterologist, hematologist and others. Throughout the entire pregnancy, the pregnant woman is under supervision, the health of the woman and the future child is monitored. An obstetrician-gynecologist will help you become happy parents, have healthy and long-awaited children.

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