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My total cholesterol is 254 and ldl is 166 and my sgpt is 108 and sgot is 120 my dr is giving me statin i want second opinion should i need to take statin or continue on healthy diet
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It all depends on the overall situation than just a set of lab value. I suggest a consultation with a cardiologist
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