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Statin for cholesterol
My father is diabteic and he is taking statin from 15years i see many posts on how bad are statin for long term how can I make my father to stop taking statin and how can help i help him in controlling his cholesterol
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Dr. Raghav Bhargava
Endocrinologist
8 yrs exp
Delhi
Statins increase life. Especially in Indians with diabetes. If you stop statins greater chance of death.
I am sure the diabetes, blood pressure and lipids can be improved.
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Dr. Apsia Ruhi
Endocrinologist
4 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Diet modification required.
Daily physical activity atleast 30 minutes per day.
Avoid trans fat, saturated fats.
Minimise pufa in diet.
Avoid heavy fatty meal.
Small Frequent meals preferred with salad and veggies.
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