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Syndrome X
Medical Questions » Syndrome X
| Name: Syndrome X |
| Also known as: Insulin Resistance Syndrome; Reaven Syndrome |
| Newly recognized cause of high blood pressure. |
Causes of Syndrome X
Autoimmune condition, in which the body inappropriately rejects its own tissue, in this case the cells that respond to insulin. |
Symptoms of Syndrome X
High blood pressure, a tendency to develop diabetes, obesity and cholesterol imbalances. |
Tests for Syndrome X
Diagnosed by sophisticated blood tests. |
Treatment for Syndrome X
Medication to control blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol levels.
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Complications of Syndrome X of its treatment
Significantly increased risk of stroke and heart attack. |
Likely Outcome of Syndrome X
No cure possible, but good control normally achieved. |
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