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Some time i feel hard taking the breath and i feel tired if i talk.is it cholestrol my bad cholestrol level was 129-130.if yahow to reduce cholesterol?

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Dr. James Chapman answered

Specializes in Cardiology

No: An LDL level of less than 130 is considered normal for someone without other risk factors. A high cholesterol will not make you short of breath or tired. See your doc to check for other causes.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 7/29/2016

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