Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome Overview

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What is the definition of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome?
Abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome is a disease that is influenced by both genetic and environmental factors characterized by a clustering of insulin resistance, high levels of insulin, abnormal blood fats (lipids), high blood pressure, abdominal obesity, glucose intolerance or non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, and an increased risk of adverse cardiovascular events. There are different types of abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome, such as abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome 1 or 4. Factors that influence the development of abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome include age, smoking, alcohol, diet, and physical inactivity. Abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome occurs most often in Mexican American women.
What are the symptoms of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome?
Symptoms of abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome may include chest pain; radiating pain in chest, jaw, or down left arm (angina pectoris); swelling; abdominal obesity; high blood pressure; high blood triglycerides and low high-density lipoprotein levels; high fasting glucose levels; type 2 diabetes; coronary heart disease (plaque build-up in arteries; CHD); heart attack; and cardiac death.
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What are the current treatments for Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome?
Treatment for abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome focuses first on lifestyle changes, such as weight loss, exercise, healthy diet, and quitting smoking. Medications for treating abdominal obesity metabolic syndrome may include diabetes drugs; statins to lower blood lipids (fats), such as atorvastatin; blood pressure medications; and blood-thinning medications, such as aspirin or clopidogrel to prevent blood clots.
Who are the top Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome Local Doctors?
Richard C. Kurtz
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Richard C. Kurtz
Family Medicine
Advanced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Richard C. Kurtz
Family Medicine

Aurora Bariatric & Weight Management Clinic

945 N 12th St, Ste 4602, 
Milwaukee, WI 
414-219-3008
Languages Spoken:
English
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Richard Kurtz is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Kurtz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.

David M. Cook
Experienced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. David M. Cook
Family Medicine
Experienced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. David M. Cook
Family Medicine

Atrium Health Primary Care One Health Family Medicine & Urgent Care

20036 Zion Ave., Suite 100, 
Cornelius, NC 
704-801-7400
Languages Spoken:
English
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David Cook is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Cornelius, North Carolina. Dr. Cook is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Low Sodium Level, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type B Insulin Resistance Syndrome, and Mitochondrial Complex V Deficiency.

 
 
 
 
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Rubina S. Hussain
Experienced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Rubina S. Hussain
Family Medicine
Experienced in Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome
Dr. Rubina S. Hussain
Family Medicine

Aurora Family Medicine

25320 75th St, Ste 102, 
Paddock Lake, WI 
262-843-2336
Languages Spoken:
English, Hindi, Urdu
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Rubina Hussain is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Paddock Lake, Wisconsin. Dr. Hussain is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

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What are the latest Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome Clinical Trials?
Long-Term Follow-UP of Survivors of Pediatric Cushing Disease
Long-Term Follow-UP of Survivors of Pediatric Cushing Disease
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: October 06, 2025

Background: The pituitary gland produces hormones. A tumor in this gland can cause it to produce too much of the hormone cortisol. Too much cortisol in the body causes Cushing disease. This disease causes many problems. Some of these problems might persist after the disease is cured.

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Study for the Identification of a Quantitative Eco-Elastographic Score of Pancreatic Steatosis and Its Correlation With Beta-Cell Function and Metabolic Syndrome.
Study for the Identification of a Quantitative Eco-Elastographic Score of Pancreatic Steatosis and Its Correlation With Beta-Cell Function and Metabolic Syndrome.
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: September 04, 2025
Intervention Type: Diagnostic test
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: The SPES clinical study aims to evaluate the relationship between pancreatic fat accumulation (pancreatic steatosis) and metabolic health. Pancreatic steatosis has been linked to conditions like type 2 diabetes (T2D) and metabolic syndrome, but the underlying mechanisms and its impact on beta-cell function remain poorly understood. The primary goal of this study is to develop a quantitative ultras...

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