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ADVICE ON HIGH LDL

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08/26/09

WENT TO DOCTOR WITH CHEST PAINS HAD LDL READING OF 400+ SHOULD BE ON MEDS?

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Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
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I am a dietitian with a genetic predisposition for high...

Friday, August 28, 2009

Hi Concerned,

 

It's best to discuss your need for medication with your physician.  LDL itself does not cause arterial plaque build-up.  It's the oxidation of LDL that causes problems.  You may benefit from a comprehensive lipid profile that provides more detailed information on the specific types of LDL particles you're dealing with, so you can make an appropriate treatment choice.

 

All the best,

Lisa Nelson RD

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