Medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of hyperlipoproteinemia (lipoprotein (a)-elevation or -decrease (hyperlipoproteinemia).
Family History
- Is there a frequent history of dyslipidemia in your family?
- Are there any hereditary diseases in your family?
Social history
- Is there any evidence of psychosocial stress or strain due to your family situation?
Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).
- Do you suffer from cardiovascular disease?
Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis.
- Do you eat a balanced diet?
- Do you get enough exercise every day?
- When did menopause begin? (Question excl. to the woman)
Self history incl. medication history.
- Pre-existing conditions (hormonal disorders, kidney disease).
- Operations
- Allergies
Medication history
Medications that increase lipoprotein (a)
- Growth hormones
Drugs that lower lipoprotein (a)
- Neomycin
- Niacin
- Estrogens – female sex hormones
