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Really bummed out (calcium test score)

Heart & Blood Health | Last Active: Jul 12, 2023 | Replies (27)

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@writer418

@cantbelievethis I was as bummed out as you. 70 with a score of 642. I thought i had a few months to live but now I see that as ridiculous. Educate yourself as many here are telling you. Read books, and study up. A few pieces of advice from someone who did all that. You need to go to a cardiologist and have a nuclear stress test etc. Mine told me blood flow was normal and not to worry. He also put me on the gold standard for high cholesterol care (I’ve read a lot). A statin yes but also a PSK9 inhibitor like Praluent or Repatha. Both are injectables you take twice a month but they will knock down your overall cholesterol and LDL cholesterol like you wouldn’t believe. Take heart (pun intended). Go to a cardiologist, educate yourself, get on some good drugs and make lifestyle changes …. You will live a long life my friend.

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@writer418 First, I wanted to tell you that reading your comments were just what I needed this morning. I have been unable to get much reassurance from my PCP ( went on vacation right after my CAC test) and my anxiety has been spinning out of control. So, thanks for sharing your experience and offering hope of living a full life with this disease if proper steps are taken.