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  • Male
  • 31 Years
  • 20/02/2025

Question

I just got my health check-up results and I'm a bit concerned. My cholesterol levels came back higher than expected. Here are the details: Total Cholesterol is 254, Triglycerides 240, LDL 209, and HDL is 31.36. What should I do about this? I'm pretty worried.

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Based on your health checkup results, your cholesterol levels are indeed high. To help lower your cholesterol levels, I recommend making lifestyle changes such as following a healthy diet low in saturated fats and cholesterol, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight. In addition, you may benefit from taking a statin medication such as Atorvastatin (brand name Lipitor) at a dosage of 10-20 mg daily to help lower your LDL cholesterol levels. It's important to continue monitoring your cholesterol levels regularly and follow up with your healthcare provider for further guidance

Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...

Consult a Cardiologist

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