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@mikesto

Hello all, just wanted to update everyone and share some positive news. My lipid panel showed significant improvement after starting rosuvastatin. Total cholesterol 215 to 115; LDL 146 to 49!; HDL down a bit 47-40, but I’m so happy overall. Still hoping I can get clarity on if there is actual blockage or not. My most consistent symptom is minor chest pressure on my left side. Haven’t been exercising as much as I’d like, but hoping to pick it up a little this week. Next cardiologist visit is 12/12. Wishing you all the best.

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That is a textbook response to statins - perfect. Your CAC score will likely begin to increase because of the statins - this is the cholesterol being calcified.

If you have physical discomfort - please consider it potentially dangerous - cath lab time?