What is Dyslipidemia?

Dyslipidemia is having abnormally elevated cholesterol or fats (lipids) in your blood. The imbalance of lipids is an established risk factor for coronary heart disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S.

When to Seek Care for Dyslipidemia

In dyslipidemia, disorders of lipoprotein metabolism occur that result in abnormal excesses in:

  • Total cholesterol (TC)
  • Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C)
  • Triglycerides (TG) 
  • Deficiency of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C)

Almost 2 in 5 adults in the United States have high cholesterol, which increases their chances of heart disease and stroke. Preventing these serious health conditions starts in childhood. And we’re here to help.

Cape Fear Valley Pediatric offers the region’s first Dyslipidemic Clinic, a comprehensive program for cholesterol disorders in children.

Dyslipidemia may have no signs or symptoms, so it’s important to get your child’s cholesterol levels checked. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends checking your child’s cholesterol levels at least two times before they reach adulthood. 

If there’s no known risk factors or family history of early heart disease, then have a blood test done at these intervals:

  • Between the ages of 9 and 11 years of age
  • Between the ages of 17 and 21 years of age

A referral from your primary care provider is necessary prior to your first visit with our medical care team.

You can take steps today to lower your child’s risk of heart disease and stroke. Talk with your primary care doctor about whether your child is at risk for dyslipidemia.

Dyslipidemia Treatment at Cape Fear Valley Health 

  • Diagnostic testing
  • Diet management
  • Nutritional education
  • Medication management
  • Weight management

Benefits of Dyslipidemia Care

When you take action to manage your child’s dyslipidemia, you can lower their risk of developing debilitating health problems, including:

  • Coronary heart disease
  • Heart attack
  • Peripheral artery disease
  • Stroke
  • Sudden cardiac arrest
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Cape Fear Valley Pediatric Endocrinology

101 Robeson Street
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Fayetteville, NC 28301
United States

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Why Choose Cape Fear Valley Health for Dyslipidemia Care?

  • Convenient, compassionate, children-friendly hospital

    At Cape Fear Valley Health, Pediatric Endocrinology Services is part of a full-service network of compassionate pediatric providers. We offer the same treatments you’ll find at larger medical centers, with a more personal approach. Cape Fear Valley Health is the 8th eighth largest regional hospital system in North Carolina.

  • Advanced tools for excellent treatment and management

    Our team has expertise with the latest diagnostic tools for your child. Because many endocrine disorders are lifelong conditions, we also work with you to create a personalized management plan. As a child develops, we are here for you to change and adapt the plan as your child grows into adulthood.

  • Continuous diabetes education

    Your diabetes care team has been recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) for its high-quality diabetes self-management program. The clinic staff earned the ADA Education Recognition Certificate. We support schools and organizations in your community to improve the health of every child who deals with diabetes. We emphasize self-management education and the appropriate diabetes treatment to keep diabetes under control.

  • Support for you and your family

    Our pediatric endocrinology experts are here for you when you need us. You can rely on Cape Fear Valley Health for the latest information on managing your child’s health. Patients choose us because our friendly doctors and staff love the community we serve.