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I am 46 n weigh 120 lbs. my cholesterol s up but i am scared to take the meds for fear of gettin diabetes. might this be a false result?
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Shape up: Speak to your doctor , getting false results are rare don't worry about that , cholesterol medications are safe follow your doctors advise , yes some do get muscle aches , elevated liver enzymes etc , your doctor is monitoring . Do regular exercises , good healthy balanced food , maintain healthy life style .
Answered 11/27/2014
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