Metabolic syndrome
Overview
Metabolic syndrome includes high blood pressure, high blood sugar, too much body fat around the waist and irregular cholesterol levels. The risk of metabolic syndrome increases with age. Hispanics also are at increased risk.
Symptoms
Most of the disorders associated with metabolic syndrome have no symptoms aside from a large waist circumference.
Treatments
Weight loss, exercise, a healthy diet and stopping smoking can help. Medicines also may be prescribed.
