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Why Is My Cholesterol Level Is Very High ?

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Posted on Wed, 7 Aug 2024
Question: My cholesterol level is very high
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Answered by Dr. Olgeta Xhufka (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Use statins

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I read your query and here is my advice.
If you are having very high cholesterol levels you may need to start low cholesterol diet for example eating less red meat , dairy products and more olive oil. Increase physical activity also .
You can start using cholesterol lowering medications especially statins such atorvastatine .
Hope I have answered the question.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Thanks.
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Why Is My Cholesterol Level Is Very High ?

Brief Answer: Use statins Detailed Answer: Hello, I read your query and here is my advice. If you are having very high cholesterol levels you may need to start low cholesterol diet for example eating less red meat , dairy products and more olive oil. Increase physical activity also . You can start using cholesterol lowering medications especially statins such atorvastatine . Hope I have answered the question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Thanks.