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High cholesterol

2017-03-31 03:03:19
Recently my lipid profile was Total cholesterol 224 HDL 48 LDL 100 Triglycerides 340 VLDL 68 Non HDL cholesterol 175.8 Do I need medication
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High levels can be managed and controlled successfully with lifestyle changes, medications, or a combination of these approaches. Implementing lifestyle modifications, such as a low-fat and high-fiber diet, increased physical activity, and weight control, might decrease levels by up to 20%–30%...consult physicians they will guide you further

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