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High LDL issue

2025-05-17 17:17:05
Does LDL of 147 , HDL 46 , total cholesterol of 216 mean that I should start medicines ? After making lifestyle changes , for how many months can I wait to see the levels again and start medicine? Are cholesterol medications for lifetime ?
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3 months lifestyle change If not control start medicine.

Answered2025-05-19 01:58:00

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