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Just found out my calcium score is 474. Next steps uncertain.

Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: Dec 27, 2024 | Replies (46)
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I am in a similar situation.my CAC score is almost 400
In order to stop the progression of the calcification the LDL has to be 55 or less. Regardless of the total.
I take 30mg of pravastatin and it does the job.
Plus healthy food and exercise.

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mayoconnectuser1 | @mayoconnectuser1 | Nov 24, 2024

Marta,

My understanding is that lower LDL will decrease cholesterol buildup, but other factors determine the calcification of cholesterol - ex: calcification of cholesterol on you arteries is increased by statins - this is a positive thing as it decreases the likelihood of chunks of cholesterol breaking off.

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