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2020-07-28 14:12:28
While doing my routine test I found that my Cholesterol is high . 6.45 is the ratio of hdl total cholesterol. Hdl is 40 and ldl is 177. Triglycerides is 245 .total cholesterol is 258. What shall I do ?
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This may be dietary or familial issue. Might need medication or further investigation after clinical correlation.
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Answered2020-07-28 16:12:55

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Hello, Cholesterol is high. But if you need medicines or just lifestyle modifications depends upon your cardiovascular risk assessment that needs more information. Consult online directly for further evaluation and management Take care

Answered2020-07-29 11:49:48

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Considering a few other facts...there may be need of starting medication or only lifestyle changes... kindly Consult directly online to guide you better.

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