Hi,
I appreciate your concern for your beloved son. Based on the results of the
lipid profile your son seems to be suffering hyperlipidemia which is suspicious of familial in nature.
Familial combined hyperlipidemia is one of the most common genetic disorder that is passed down through families. It causes
high cholesterol and high blood triglycerides. It can cause early heart attacks.
Other causes may include diabetes and
hypothyroidism. High cholesterol is associated with an increase of
atherosclerosis and heart disease. High triglycerides by themselves do not appear to increase atherosclerosis or heart disease, but there is an increased risk of pancreatitis.
Your son needs to be properly evaluated and certain lab tests such as blood glucose,
thyroid function tests, and complete lipid profile.He may need lipid lowering drugs such as fibrates, bile acid binding resins, nicotinic acid to lower his cholesterol levels and triglycerides. Fish supplements which contain Omega-3 Fatty Acids are to be given as they have been shown to lower triglycerides.
Statins should not be given as they are not safe in young children. Beside medications he should have dietary changes are a common first-line treatment.
1. His total fat intake should not exceed more than 30 percent of total daily calories.
2. The intake of
saturated fat should be reduced, he should avoid egg yolks and organ meat which are high in cholesterol.
3. Low fat dairy products should be substituted for full-fat products.
4. Intake of vegetables and fruits should be encouraged.
Hope the advice given above would be useful in getting him properly evaluated and treated. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali