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After starting a statin, ldl dropped to 60, hdl is only 28. 25 years old, good physical shape. am i at an increased risk for cardiovascular event?
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Cholesterol: There is important information missing: why would someone your age be tested and put on statins? What was the precipitating factor for this? What is your overall total cholesterol, and your triglyceride levels? Now: HDL does not increase or change much on statins. This vital protective molecule can naturally be elevated with regular cardiovascular exercise and low carb diets.
Answered 6/10/2014
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