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Familial lipoprotein lipase deficiency   

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Type I hyperlipoproteinemia; Familial chylomicronemia

Prevention

There is no known prevention for this rare inherited disorder. Awareness of risks may allow early detection. Prompt institution of a very low fat diet can dramatically improve the symptoms of this disease.

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