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Does Crease On Ear Lobe Indicate Possibility Of Heart Disease?

I have a diagonal crease on my right ear lobe and have had for at least 20 years (if not more). I am a 44 year old woman and take statins for cholesterol (purely preventative measure). My father (who was a GP) died at 61 years old with a sudden stroke and my GP said my cholesterol was at the high side of normal and that statins would be a good measure. I do not have blood pressure. Is this crease a definite indicator of heart disease? Many thanks. RJ
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Hello,

I would explain that there are many studies which indicate that ear crease is an independent cardio-vascular risk factor.

Anyway, dyslipidemia, family history are other independent risk factors. For this reason, I would agree with your doctor on the description of statins for dyslipidemia.

It is also recommendable to closely monitor your blood pressure values and follow a healthy lifestyle (regular physical activity, avoid smoking and alcohol and follow the Mediterranean diet).

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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Does Crease On Ear Lobe Indicate Possibility Of Heart Disease?

Hello, I would explain that there are many studies which indicate that ear crease is an independent cardio-vascular risk factor. Anyway, dyslipidemia, family history are other independent risk factors. For this reason, I would agree with your doctor on the description of statins for dyslipidemia. It is also recommendable to closely monitor your blood pressure values and follow a healthy lifestyle (regular physical activity, avoid smoking and alcohol and follow the Mediterranean diet). Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist