mahershey

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  • Just saw your numbers...are you sure that's correct. Usually a total under 250 is no concern especially at your age. Normal range with LDL approx. 1/2 of the HDL (example: HDL 150 and LDL 75. But if your LDL is truly 158, that is high.
    in high cholesterol-medication Comment by mahershey May 2011
  • Do you know your HDL and LDL numbers? Not just the total? I would be cautious all statins have side effects. They are known to affect you joints and muscles, subsequently it's stiffness and painful. Increase your fiber and excercise will help lower the LDL (lousy or bad) level. Your body naturally produces cholesterol in…
    in high cholesterol-medication Comment by mahershey May 2011
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