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What do you take if you are allergic to all statins and have a genetic problem with cholesterol?
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Need Consultation: Ask you cardiologist doctor. Sometimes they may suggest a medically purified fish oil like Lovaza or maybe phytomega from melaleuca or maybe a combination of both together.
Answered 6/27/2014
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