What’s Up Doc? High Cholesterol

Q: I am only 37 and overall very healthy, but my doctor ordered a cholesterol blood test anyway. Was this really needed?A: Hyperlipidemia is the medical word for too many ‘fats’ (cholesterol and/or triglycerides) in the blood. The major reason hyperlipidemia is a concern is that it increases the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), meaning heart disease from blocked coronary arteries, strokes and/or problems with other arteries.

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