by Ali_aamir | Jun 22, 2025 | Internal Medicine Services
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) COPD is a progressive lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. It includes conditions like emphysema and chronic bronchitis. At Hill Country Internal Medicine & Weight Loss, we help patients manage COPD with...
by Ali_aamir | Jun 22, 2025 | Internal Medicine Services
Metabolic Syndrome Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions—including high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess abdominal fat, and abnormal cholesterol levels—that raise your risk for heart disease, stroke, and Type 2 diabetes. At Hill Country Internal...
by Ali_aamir | Jun 22, 2025 | Internal Medicine Services
NASH (Non-Alcoholic Steatohepatitis) NASH is a more serious form of NAFL that includes liver inflammation and damage. It can progress to liver scarring (fibrosis), cirrhosis, or liver cancer. We specialize in early detection and comprehensive care for patients with...
by Ali_aamir | Jun 22, 2025 | Internal Medicine Services
NAFL (Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver) NAFL occurs when fat builds up in the liver in people who drink little to no alcohol. It’s one of the most common liver conditions and can lead to inflammation and scarring over time. At Hill Country Internal Medicine & Weight...
by Ali_aamir | Jun 22, 2025 | Internal Medicine Services
Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol) High cholesterol—also known as hyperlipidemia—affects millions of Americans, often without symptoms. Left unmanaged, it can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and other serious conditions. At Hill Country Internal Medicine...