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One of the rare things wrong with my physical health are ldl cholest. (4.08 mmol/l) and hdl cholest. (1.5 mmol/l). ldl was constantly like this for a few years but my hdl was always good till now. why is this? (i'm athletic, don't smoke/drink/drugs).

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

It is genetic : Keep exercising and eating sensibly and familiarize yourself with current recommendations and options about possible pharmacological treatment.

Dr Serota agreed

Answered 12/10/2017

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A member asked:

One of the rare things wrong with my physical health are ldl cholest. (4.08 mmol/l) and hdl cholest. (1.5 mmol/l). ldl was constantly like this for a few years but my hdl was always good till now. why is this? (i'm athletic, don't smoke/drink/drugs).

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Serota agreed

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