Topic Overview

High Cholesterol in Children and Teens

High cholesterol isn’t just a problem for adults. It can put your child or teen at risk of coronary artery disease and other heart diseases. Learn more.

NutritionCardiovascularHematologicSensory

Educational information only. This explains health information to discuss with a qualified clinician; it is not a diagnosis, prescription, or treatment. Medical Information & Safety.

Definition

High cholesterol isn’t just a problem for adults. It can put your child or teen at risk of coronary artery disease and other heart diseases. Learn more.

Concept record

Canonical title: High Cholesterol in Children and Teens
Alphabetical key: H
Category: Nutrition
Content type: Topic Overview
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations: None recorded for this concept yet.
Article status: Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

Nothing on this site is allowed for resale. All materials are for educational purposes only.