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Does Cholesterol Level Of 242 Need Medical Attention?
my cholesterol level is 242 triglycerides is 69, HDL is 89 if i work hard on my diet and exercise will i be ok and not have a heart attack etc. i don t take any medications and would naturally bring it down if its not to late, like i m in serious danger and have to take medication for this.
Tue, 24 Jul 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Cholesterol level of 242 is bit high considering the normal level of 200.
You can try dietary modifications and exercises first. Avoid oily foods and do daily physical exercises and reassess the lipid profile, if the value is still above 200 it is better to start statins.
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Cholesterol level of 242 is bit high considering the normal level of 200.
You can try dietary modifications and exercises first. Avoid oily foods and do daily physical exercises and reassess the lipid profile, if the value is still above 200 it is better to start statins.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
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