Atherosclerosis Insights
Atherosclerosis can begin early in life, as evidenced by studies showing its presence in young individuals. While not everyone with atherosclerosis requires treatment, those with plaque should be addressed. Recent guidelines categorize individuals based on their risk factors and cholesterol levels, emphasizing the importance of targeted treatment for those with inherited or severely high LDL cholesterol.In this clip
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Why you should test ApoB | Dan Soffer, Md
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Should I go on statins or approach a more aggressive diet/lifestyle if my cholesterol levels are super high (LDL 7.5, NON-HDL 8.2, HDL 1.35, Total Cholesterol 9.6, HDL Ratio 7.12, Triglycerides 1.68) and I may have Familial Hypercholesterolemia, considering both my parents had high cholesterol? My doctor wants to put me on statins, but I'm uncomfortable with that at 38 years old. I know that statins can shorten life expectancy and damage cognitive brain function. My heart results from an echo-radiology test were excellent, but the doctor said to start statins immediately if my CT score is not good enough. Are statins the only option if I am diagnosed with Familial Hypercholesterolemia?
Does LDL cholesterol contribute to atherosclerosis as discussed in the episode Why you should test ApoB | Dan Soffer, Md and the clip Atherosclerosis and Treatment?
I would love to hear your opinion. Should I go on statins, or should I approach a more aggressive diet/lifestyle? Are statins the only way if I am diagnosed with Familial Hypercholesterolemia?