Disease: Hypercholesterolemia
Symptoms: High levels of cholesterol in the blood, fatty deposits (xanthomas) on the skin or tendons, chest pain or angina, heart attacks, strokes
Treatments: Lifestyle modifications (healthy diet, regular exercise, weight management, smoking cessation), medications to lower cholesterol levels (such as statins), regular monitoring of cholesterol levels, management of underlying conditions (such as diabetes or high blood pressure), potential additional treatments (such as bile acid sequestrants or PCSK9 inhibitors)