Animation - Understanding Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS)
This animation will help you understand what Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) is, including the causes, symptoms, and the high risk for acute pancreatitis. Living with FCS can be very stressful, and this animation also provides an overview of what people with FCS can do to manage their condition – following a very low-fat diet and as well as other tips. It also briefly describes the risks that women with FCS face if they become pregnant.
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Animation - Understanding FCS
Slide Show - Understanding FCS
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What is FCS?
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What are chylomicrons?
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What causes FCS?
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What are the signs and symptoms of FCS?
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Why is the pancreas involved in FCS?
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What are the genetic factors for developing FCS?
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What challenges do people with FCS face?
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What type of low fat diet should FCS patients follow?
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Can patients with FCS drink alcohol or smoke tobacco?
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What risks do women with FCS face if they become pregnant?
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How is Familial Chylomicronemia Syndrome (FCS) treated?
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What resources and networks are available to FCS patients?
