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Any women with high CAC scores?

Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: Jul 17, 2025 | Replies (74)

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Hi J, I have hypertension that goes up and down and saw a cardiologist for this reason who couldn’t figure out why. So a CAC was ordered and I had no idea when he told the results that it was high. I was aghast as I am small, a vegan who eats very well most of the time (though an occasional cookies slips in). I am also a walker trying to add in strength training. My total cholesterol is 162, HDL 70, LDL 77, Trigly 38. I used to always get a star ⭐️ on my lipid profile so never knew I had an artery problem. Wonder why this test isn’t given to everyone before it’s too late?

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Hello debased, 30% a year? Wowsers!

Did he test you for Lp(a)? It is a separate risk factor for heart disease…I have high LDL and super high Lp(a)…double whammy for me. Had a NSTEMI despite a good diet…genetics and stress didn’t help.

Do you have high LP (a)?