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Would you try lifestyle changes before statins for tc 182, ldl 129, hdl 42, apob 95, apoa1 114, in 45 yr wf with risk assessment of 2 % ?

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Dr. George Mathew answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Good idea.: I recommend life style changes first, unless you have a strong family history of pre-mature cad!

Answered 11/20/2012

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Yes: How much do you weigh? Losing about 10% of body weight, reducing intake of saturated fats and carbohydrates and exercising with increasing rigor for at least 150 minute/week are worth a try before resorting to drugs.

Answered 11/21/2012

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