Blood pressure: How to take a reading A doctor has warned of five red flag signs that you are secretly suffering from a deadly condition that can lead to several life-threatening illnesses. Bariatric surgeon Doctor Maksims Mukans urged people to seek medical help if they spot any symptoms of metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is the name for a cluster of conditions that together elevate the risk of heart disease, stroke, and diabetes.
Early detection and lifestyle changes are “crucial” in managing this syndrome, according to Dr Mukans, from Weight Loss Riga . However, it can be hard to detect, and the NHS warned that many people might not display symptoms. With this in mind, Dr Mukans outlined five signs that you may have metabolic syndrome, and what to do about it.
READ MORE Woman ignored these symptoms and was hit with a ‘traumatic’ diagnosis Fatigue could be one sign of metabolic syndrome (Image: Getty) Increased waist circumference One of the most telling signs of metabolic syndrome is an increased waist circumference. For men, a waist measurement of 40 inches or more, and for women, 35 inches or more, is a red flag. Dr Mukans explained: "Excess abdominal fat is a significant indicator because it is closely linked to insulin resistance, a key factor in metabolic syndrome.
Monitoring your waist size can be a simple yet effective way to assess your risk." High blood pressure Persistent high blood pressure is another indicator of metabolic syndrome. Blood pressur.