- male
- 60 Years
- 14/08/2025
My dad doesn't have any symptoms of a heart attack but his total cholesterol is 251 mg/dL, triglycerides are 625 mg/dL, HDL is 46 mg/dL, and LDL is 110 mg/dL. Can lifestyle changes alone help improve these levels or is surgery necessary like some people are suggesting?
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A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.
Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...
Consult a Cardiologist
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