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Will every person who has genetic cholesterol problems definitely be diagnosed with coronary artery disease?
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What kind of genetic: Cholesterol problem? Please remember that half of the heart attacks occur in people with normal cholesterol levels. It depends on what kind of cholesterol problem you have. Please discuss the matter with your doctor as there treatments available to address many problems.
Answered 9/29/2012
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