Dyslipidaemia
An imbalance of blood fats — high bad cholesterol or triglycerides — that increases heart disease risk and often improves with weight loss.
Plain English
Patient-Friendly Explanation
Dyslipidaemia is the medical term for unhealthy levels of fats (lipids) in your blood — typically high "bad" LDL cholesterol, high triglycerides, or low "good" HDL cholesterol. It often has no symptoms but significantly raises your risk of heart disease and stroke. Losing weight, eating a balanced diet, and staying active can help bring your lipid levels back to a healthy range.
Medical
Clinical Definition
Dyslipidaemia refers to abnormal concentrations of circulating lipoproteins, most commonly elevated low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) ≥ 3.4 mmol/L, elevated triglycerides ≥ 1.7 mmol/L, or reduced high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) < 1.0 mmol/L in men and < 1.3 mmol/L in women. It is a major modifiable risk factor for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and is strongly associated with obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic syndrome.
Key Insight
Why It Matters
Obesity is a primary driver of dyslipidaemia through increased free fatty acid flux and hepatic VLDL overproduction. At Accord Medical, Dr Joseph Wang routinely screens for lipid abnormalities as part of comprehensive weight management and can guide you on diet, exercise, and medication strategies to correct your lipid profile.
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Medically reviewed by
Family Physician & Registered Acupuncturist, Accord Medical Clinic. MBBS (NUS), Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (NUS), Graduate Diploma in Acupuncture (Singapore College of TCM).
Last reviewed: August 2026
This page is general health education, not medical advice. Whether any treatment is appropriate for you is a decision made in consultation after assessment.
