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2020-12-31 04:11:07
I never had cholesterol . I had numbness in my hands when I sleep so I thought to take test, and my report say the Total.cholestrol is 214 LDL is 145 Rest all is normal Do I need to go for medication? And if i take medicines how long should i continue.
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Just do regular exercises daily. Reduce fat intake.

Answered2020-12-31 04:15:43

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