Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Post covid complications
Hi doctor,
Does increasing cholesterol is post covid complication( mine got increased from 155 to 179)? If yes how to reduce it? Can I start using medicines for that at this age?
Thanks
Answers (4)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Avoid taking rich diet and oily diet.
Daily physical exercise
Next Steps
Consult for further management
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+184
Dr. Rajesh Shinde
General Physician
29 yrs exp
Mumbai
Yes it is because of covid. Post covid there can be symptoms or raised parameters seen with in 2 to 4 weeks after the 14 days qurantine / Isolation period. This can be due to the limited activity during the Isolation and good nutritional food given by the relatives. There has been evidence of Triglycerides going high and even sugars going high in people who have diabetes and other chronic diseases. There can be neurological symptoms like headaches and forgetfulness and giddiness also. All these are part of Post Covid Fatigue Syndrome so it's advisable not to neglect them.
Next Steps
Get a complete health check done post covid after 2-3 weeks and check foe the changed parameters and sit with your Family Physician and understand each one of the abnormal ones and how to rectify those, treatment or lifestyle modifications.
Health Tips
To avoid any harsh measures like intense physical activity to loose the weight gain or bring down any other raised parameter as it can be catastrophic in some cases depending on the age and co morbid condition- presence of any long standing medical conditions.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Nazia Begum M.G
General Physician
15 yrs exp
Belgaum
Not because of covid
Avoid oily and fried items
Avoid spicy food, Regular walk and exercise
Contact online immediately
Recheck after three months
If raised can start liponorm 10mg
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Raghav Bhargava
Endocrinologist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Unlikely due to covid. You probably have familial high cholesterol. May need treatment
Next Steps
Book an online consultation for further management
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.