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Family history of scd. 28 y/o with elevated small ldl particles. very elevated but borderline lipid panel and normal inflation markers. statin ?
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SCD is scleroderma??? I would move to DASH eating plan and recheck in 1 month on DASH-as validated by using the app Cronometer.
Answered 3/13/2023
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