What is familial hypercholesterolemia?

Familial hypercholesterolemia is a type of high cholesterol caused by a genetic defect that impairs the body's ability to effectively clear cholesterol from the blood. As a result, cholesterol levels may be very high, increasing the risk for developing cardiovascular disease at an earlier age.

How do members experience familial hypercholesterolemia?

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