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How high does cholesterol have to be before mess are prescribed?

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It depends on you: this depends on you, your risk factors, your family history your other medical conditions, your laboratory studies,. You need to discuss this with your physician. Each person has their own risk factors snd their own desired levels.

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

It depends: it depends mostly on what your risk of cardiovascular disease, such as heart disease or stroke is. This could be determined by your doctor, taking into account your Health, family history, and lab results, among other factors. If your cholesterol is high, do not ignore it. Good luck.

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Depends: on any coexisting conditions, age What are your levels? what other medical problems do you have..

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