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I am 5'4, 135, 49yrs and fit. why does my dr want me to take cholesterol med? why is my level high if i workout and am fit? confused?

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Dr. Bruce Jacobs answered

To cut down on risk: of heart disease and stroke. Your cholesterol level may be genetically determined. That is,if it is high in your parents, it will be high in you,despite being fit and weight appropriate. This is most likely the case.

Answered 6/1/2016

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A member asked:

I am 5'4, 135, 49yrs and fit. why does my dr want me to take cholesterol med? why is my level high if i workout and am fit? confused?

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