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Is high cholesterol and heart diseases a myth or truth?

High cholesterol and heart diseases are related and its a truth and not a myth.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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What are the medical tests for a heart attack?

Electrocardiogram, CT of the heart, or chest X ray

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Can high cholesterol levels cause symptoms?

Yes, high cholesterol levels cause symptoms such as numbness, shortness of breathe, palpitations, extreme fatigue and high blood pressure.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Does high cholesterol cause heart problems?

With high cholesterol, you can develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels. Eventually, these deposits grow, making it difficult for enough blood to flow through your arteries

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What are the risks of high LDL cholesterol?

The major risk of LDL cholesterol is that it aids in the built up of plaque which in turn poses a risk of heart diseases and strokes.

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Do cholesterol medications affect heart disease risk?

Statins not only lower cholesterol but they also help in preventing heart diseases.

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