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I'm worried about taking statins and side effects

Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: Feb 24 12:13pm | Replies (106)

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@hraka13 That is a discarded theory. Good cholesterol doesn't cancel out bad cholesterol. Even my GP told me that the cholesterol ratio on blood tests is no longer useful. My cardiologist doesn't even mention it. I'd question that if I were you - with a different doctor if necessary.

I had a good "ratio" for a long time - and ended up with arterial plaque.

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@njx58, my physician of 12 years disagrees. Are you a doctor?

@njx58 my cholesterol levels were high for years. Finally last year after issues with arrhythmias I started statin and some other meds. My levels dropped significantly. My cardiologist was pleased. I have not has an issue since.