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My cholestrol was 260 i got it upto 220 in 2 months i don't want to take medicines what i should do.? is it harmful to have 200 or i take medicine
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It depends what: Your LDL and HDL cholesterol levels are. In general, it is bad if your LDL is high and HDL is low. If you have this pattern and you have a family history of cardiovascular disease, you would be a candidate for statin meds even at your age. Also depends on your other risk factors, such as diabetes, smoking, triglyeride level. It is a complex decision, so ask your doctor for advice.
Answered 6/10/2014
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