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I have had high cholesterol for a year why wouldn't my doctor give me medicine

By Anonymous October 21, 2017 - 5:37pm
 
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Hello. Thank you for your message.

This is a question for your doctor who knows your specific test results and general health. Perhaps, it's not high enough (yet) to warrant medication. In some cases, healthy lifestyle changes may help lower levels. If not, medication is often needed.

Helena

October 22, 2017 - 4:28am
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