Creator: Dr. Trupti Shirole
Keywords: frequently asked questions about cholesterol, low cholesterol diet, high cholesterol

Written by Dr. Trupti Shirole, BAMS, CGO

Medically Reviewed by dr. simi paknikar, MD

Last Updated on Dec 19, 2019

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which doctor should I visit for knowing my cholesterol levels?

You can visit any general physician or a cardiologist, who will recommend you a blood test to determine your blood cholesterol levels.

2. What are the symptoms of high cholesterol?

High cholesterol does not cause any signs or symptoms but is a risk factor for several other diseases.

3. How often should I check my blood cholesterol level?

It is recommended that everyone over the age of 20 years should check their blood cholesterol levels every 5 years.

Published on Nov 27, 2014
Last Updated on Dec 19, 2019

Comments

amiyaraul Friday, August 2, 2013

I am Amiya, Age-27, From-Kolkata[India]. I have sum Problem with my cholesterol Level as billow SERUM TRIGLYCERIDE 319 SERUM CHOLESTEROL 198 SERUM HDL CHOLESTEROL (Direct) 40 SERUM LDL CHOLESTEROL (Direct) 101 SERUM VLDL CHOLESTEROL 57 SERUM TOTAL CHOLESTEROL: HDL – CHOLESTEROL 4.95 Please suggest me proper treatment and medicines, as possible billow side effect,Waiting for your kind response

KUNDAN_KISHORE Friday, November 1, 2013

Hi Amiya, Your chol numbers are not good but it is still manageable by healty living. Add garlic to your diet and 2km morning jogging with deep breath taking. You will see the result within 6 months. Keep smiling to reduce stress. Kundan Kishore

amiyaraul Thursday, November 14, 2013

Sir, Thanks for Your Kind Advice...

omeng Friday, July 13, 2012

a beer contains cholesterol or what?

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