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I am 50,menopaused since 3 yrs and have a total cholesterol of 281 mg%/ ldl 194 and hdl 60 . should i take a cholesterol lowering drug?
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Consult doctor: Your lipid values are abnormal and you should consult a doctor for advice on diet, exercise and drug treatment. It is not a do it yourself issue.
Answered 3/27/2015
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