Kenneth Kee

Metabolic Syndrome, (Syndrome X) A Simple Guide To The Condition, Diagnosis, Treatment And Related Conditions (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

This book describes Metabolic Syndrome, Diagnosis and Treatment and Related Diseases
The metabolic syndrome is well known as a common illness in the developed countries because of over eating and a poor unhealthy lifestyle such as hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol.
When I first graduated from medical university, most of the patients were thin and undernourished.
Now most of the patients are well fed; some are probably overfed with protruding abdomen with high blood pressure or diabetes or both.
This is one of the effects of being a developed society.
This mysterious syndrome also goes by the scary-sounding name Syndrome X
Not all doctors agree that metabolic syndrome should be viewed as a distinct disease since the different components of metabolic syndrome are all diseases with individual symptoms and signs and corresponding treatment.

Metabolic syndrome (also termed syndrome X or dysmetabolic syndrome) indicates a link between certain metabolic disorders and cardiovascular disease.
While the criteria for the diagnosis differ, the presence of a grouping of risks factors that results in cardiovascular disease is well known.
The main features of metabolic syndrome are:
1. Insulin resistance,
2. Hypertension (high blood pressure),
3. Abnormalities in cholesterol levels, and an
4. Increased risk for blood clotting.
5. Abdominal Obesity
Most people with metabolic syndrome are obese or overweight.

Insulin resistance (IR) is a disorder in which the cells of the body become resistant to the effects of insulin hormone.
The guidelines from the 2001 National Cholesterol Education Program Adult Treatment Panel (ATP III) provide the definition of metabolic syndrome or syndrome X.
Any three of these traits in the same person meet the criteria for the metabolic syndrome:
1. Abdominal obesity: a waist circumference more than 40 inches (102 cm) in men and more than 35 inches (88 cm) in women.
2. Serum triglyceride s above 150 mg/dl
3. HDL cholesterol 40mg/dl or lower in men and 50mg/dl or lower in women
4. Blood pressure of 130/85 or more.
5. Fasting blood glucose of 110 mg/dl or above. (Some doctors use 100mg/dl)
Metabolic syndrome is not a disease in itself.
The syndrome is a cluster of risk factors (high blood pressure, high blood sugar, unhealthy cholesterol levels, and abdominal fat).
Obviously, having any one of these risk factors is not good.
But when they are combined, they set the stage for more serious problems.
These risk factors have double the risk of blood vessel and heart disease, which can result in heart attacks and strokes.
They raise the risk of diabetes by five times.
Diagnosis:
A detailed history and physical examination should be done.
Every component of the syndrome should be assessed distinctly.
1. Blood pressure
2. Weight and body composition
3. Blood lipid levels
4. Diabetes assessment by fasting blood sugar, insulin level, hemoglobin A1c and oral glucose tolerance testing
5. Cardiac risk factors can be assessed for cardiovascular risk
Treatment
The treatment for metabolic syndrome varies from alterations in diet and lifestyle to treating cholesterol-lowering and diabetes medicines.
Purposes are to lower blood pressure and control body weight.
Lifestyle modification
Diet control (salt, fats)-Mediterranean
Exercise (walk with pedometer, followed by running)
Weight Loss (normal BMI)
Control Hypertension (less than 130/80) with ACE Inhibitor, beta blocker
Control Diabetes (less than 100mg/dl) with metformin, insulin, Byetta
Control Hyperlipemia (less than 150mg/dl cholesterol/triglyceride) with statins and fibrates
Stop Smoking, Alcohol
Treat heart disease with nitrates, aspirin, niacins, aminophylline

TABLE OF CONTENT
Introduction
Chapter 1 Metabolic Syndrome
Chapter 2 Causes...

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kenneth Kee
• Erscheinungstermin: 7. April 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781370875726
• Artikelnr.: 52375685

Autorenporträt

Dr. Kenneth Kee is a well-known medical doctor from Singapore who has been practicing medicine since 1972.
He graduated from the University of Singapore and furthered his studies with a Master of Science in Health Management in 1991, followed by a Ph.D. in Healthcare Administration in 1993.
Dr. Kee established Kee Clinic in 1974, located in the Holland Drive area of Singapore. The clinic has been a prominent feature of the community, offering general medical services for 5 decades.
Dr Kee also served his country Singapore as a national service police Inspector at night from 1975 to 1985 while working at his clinic during the day.
He had served as a police guard to the Woodland Petroleum Tanks at night during the Indonesian Confrontation period, took part in police rounds at night in the Beach Road area and taught First aid and emergency resuscitation to Police recruits.
He received the Singapore Police Bicentennial 2020 Medallion on 1st March 2024 as recognition for his work in the Singapore Police.
Even as he grew older, Dr. Kee continued to work actively in his clinic, although he eventually reduced his consultation hours.
Beyond his medical career, Dr. Kee is also an author.
He started writing about medical conditions in 2007, using blogs and other online platforms to share his knowledge with a broader audience.
Over time, he published various books, many of which provide simple and accessible guides to different health conditions.
His works include "A Family Doctor's Tale," "My Personal Singapore History," and numerous medical guides, available through platforms like Amazon.
His books often combine his personal experiences as a family doctor with insights into Singapore's healthcare system and history.
Dr. Kee has written extensively on health topics, contributing to both medical literature and general knowledge resources.

Dr. Kenneth Kee has written numerous books, primarily focused on health education and personal experiences as a family doctor. Some of his notable titles include:
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