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My Lipid profile levels are high
Recent lipid profile test (after fasting) shows the following results
Total Cholestrol - 246
LDL - 178
HDL - 37
VLDL - 26
Triglycerides- 130
I have a BMI of 23. And mostly sedentary lifestyle.
Should I be worried? What should I do to reduce the levels?
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Dr. Ajeya N. Ukadgaonkar
Cardiologist
8 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Hello,
Your lipids are definitely high but considering your age i would like to assess your risk before deciding if medicines are needed or not. I need further details about you for that. Till then start exercising regularly.
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Dr. Yogendra Singh Rajput
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Gurgaon
Plz contact svasthya Child And Cardic for further information
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