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Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: 3 days ago | Replies (21)
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Thank you for very helpful information on medications. I will mention it to my cardiologist next time I see him. I have familial high cholesterol. My Lipoprotein (a) is in 160 range. I am on bimonthly Repatha shots which is controlling my LDL and total cholesterol! I do not have diabetes or weight problem. 5’2” with under 118-120 lbs. I exercise daily, cardio and walk 2-3 miles/day etc. yes me too I am open to advice and guidance and understanding of what aortic narrowing to .5cm is vs aneurysm! Thank you once again!
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Hi @manisham You are processing a lot right now. I am so, so sorry you are dealing with this while you are recovering from your fall. Stitches in your forehead do not sound fun.
I have genetically pesky cholesterol that has really been challenging, though not the cardiac arrests and stents like you have. Elevated LP(a) runs in my family so I am familiar with it, though mine is normal. I am wondering how your drugs come into play with your atherosclerosis. I read your comments and just want to encourage you to keep doing what you are doing! It sounds like your lifestyle helps you be as healthy as you can. I do know it keeps you on top of being able to monitor any changes happening in your body, a first line of triage helping your doctors help you.
How is your recovery going from your fall, and when is your vascular surgery appointment? I guess I am wondering when you last made changes to the medications you take since they play a key part of what our arteries look like. Have you had a chance to discuss your narrowed abdominal aorta to your doctor that prescribes your treatment?