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10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Cholesterol
10 Important Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Cholesterol
| 1. | Do I already have atherosclerosis? What is my risk for a heart attack? |
| 2. | How many risk factors for heart disease do I have? |
| 3. | Should I see a nutritionist to help me change my diet? |
| 4. | Can I control my cholesterol through lifestyle changes alone? |
| 5. | In my case, which lifestyle changes will be particularly helpful? |
| 6. | Do I need cholesterol-lowering drugs? |
| 7. | What side effects can I expect from such medication? |
| 8. | How low can I realistically expect my cholesterol to go? What should I aim for? |
| 9. | Will it ever be safe for me to stop taking the medication? |
| 10. | How often should I have my cholesterol checked? Should members of my family be tested? |
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Reviewed by
Robert J Bryg, MD on February 21, 2010
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