A 20 year old male patient presents with the chief complaint of pain in abdomen. General examination reveals xanthomas present (in clusters on back, buttocks and arms, legs). On percussion, hepatomegaly and splenomegaly can be appreciated. On blood investigations, LDL level decreased and HDL normal.Which is the most probable diagnosis?
A 20 year old male patient presents with the chief complaint of pain in abdomen. General examination reveals xanthomas present (in clusters on back, buttocks and arms, legs). On percussion, hepatomegaly and splenomegaly can be appreciated. On blood investigations, LDL level decreased and HDL normal.Which is the most probable diagnosis?
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A 20 year old male patient presents with the chief complaint of pain in abdomen. General examination reveals xanthomas present (in clusters on back, buttocks and arms, legs). On percussion, hepatomegaly and splenomegaly can be appreciated. On blood investigations, LDL level decreased and HDL normal.Which is the most probable diagnosis?
✓ Correct Answer: B. Familial Dysbeta lipoproteinemia (FDBL)- Type III
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