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Problems with taking statins?

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Dr. Alvin Linanswered

Geriatrics 30 years experience

Yes: Used to lower cholesterol, statins can sometimes irritate the liver. More often, they can cause muscle aches & weakness, rarely leading to rhabdomyolysis. More recently, fda changed labeling notifying of possible increase in blood sugars & possible memory impairment in those taking statins. Check out my thoughts at http://alvinblin.Blogspot.Com/2012/02/dark-side-of-statins-part-3-fda-steps.Html.

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I've been taking a statin for a month, mainly to raise HDL and lower glucose. No ttl cholesterol or heart problems. Should I add co-q-10 to the mix?

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Hello , i'm 34 and having erection problems . I have high cholesterol and taking statins and bisoprolol . searching for advice please .

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29 yo male OA 246 LDL 172 HDL 45 Trig 150. There is so much conflicting info on statins, Should I start taking them? Are they worth the risk if diabetes/muscle problems at my age? Should I see cardiologist instead of Primary Doc?

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If I have a genetic cholesterol problem, is there a safe way to wean and stay off statins? Is it possible with diligence to diet?

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A 52-year-old male asked:

I have low T. No help from Andro gel. On a statin-crestor - chloresterol is 124. Can low C and statin be part of my low T problem?

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