they can be an important clue to an inherited condition called familial hypercholesterolemia. People with this condition can have very high LDL cholesterol from an early age, even if they eat well and exercise regularly.
What should you do?
Have unexplained lumps or tendon swelling assessed by a healthcare professional. If an inherited cholesterol disorder is suspected, a blood test and family medical history can help guide further evaluation.
Early detection matters because untreated familial hypercholesterolemia can substantially increase the risk of premature heart disease. NHLBI
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