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I found out i have high lpa but an otherwise normal lipid profile. is this a problem and what should be done?

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Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Lipid lowering: Need to be on lipid management agents lpa has same effect as ldl atherogenic particles of cholesterol . Get them lower.

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Answered 4/13/2014

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A member asked:

I found out i have high lpa but an otherwise normal lipid profile. is this a problem and what should be done?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mathew Chengot answered

Dr Davis agreed

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