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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Priyamvada Singh, M.B.B.S. [2]

Overview

The diagnosis of metabolic syndrome is mostly based on physical examination and lab tests. The symptoms seen in metabolic syndrome are indicative of the component disorder like hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia and polycystic ovarian syndrome. Also, dietary, family, social and medical history are important tools in the diagnosis.

History

Obtaining the history is the most important aspect of making a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome. It provides insight into cause, precipitating factors and associated comorbid conditions.

Symptoms

Symptoms that can be seen in some of these diseases are:[1][1]

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 Kaur J (2014). "A comprehensive review on metabolic syndrome". Cardiol Res Pract. 2014: 943162. doi:10.1155/2014/943162. PMC 3966331.

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