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The statin, as much as there is controversy over their utility, does calcify plaque, which is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1106157/

Discussion: High CAC Could it be from Covid and Treatment Drugs

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jul 15, 2024

Thanks for the link to this study. I've been on a statin for more than 25...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1269196/

Discussion: Lowering cholesterol with natural supplements - What is safe?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Mar 29, 2025

I’m likely to stay on my small dose statin of 5 mg Crestor, due to Type...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1073859/

Discussion: Does mild coronary artery disease always progress with time

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: May 24, 2024

I am 65 years old and 7 years ago had a Calcium score of 50 with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/130079/

Discussion: High Coronary Calcium Score: How do others feel emotionally?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Oct 14, 2018

Back in 2016 I was prescribed a statin for elevated Cholesterol. I tried taking it for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1506523/

Discussion: Important information about statins that I’m going to ask my doc about

Support Group: Aging Well

Posted: Feb 15 2:08pm

Wow. Thanks for your thoughtful reply. When the Repatha lowered it further, were you still on...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1040990/

Discussion: Repatha as a treatment for high HDL Cholesterol

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Mar 27, 2024

@dstuemky Hi I wanted to let you know I've been on Crestor and the Dr recommended...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/638026/

Discussion: I'm worried about taking statins and side effects

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Sep 22, 2021

Thanks for the info. I am not on a statin. I am taking Repatha, an injectable,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/298587/

Discussion: Need help to lower high cholesterol & high triglycerides

Support Group: Heart Rhythm Conditions

Posted: Mar 9, 2020

@bluegelicopter No need to change doctors, statins increase arterial calcification and CAC scores which is a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1427092/

Discussion: I have a very high calcium score. What next?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Oct 30, 2025

My cardiologist prescribed it due to statin intolerance. I deferred starting it due to chronic sinusitis...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1305124/

Discussion: Has anyone had severe nasal congestion taking Repatha?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: May 16, 2025

Hello, thanks for the note. I understand there are risks involved but what happened to other...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/872677/

Discussion: High Coronary Calcium Score: How do others feel emotionally?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jun 5, 2023

I'm on 80 mg of atorvastatin, plus 10 mg ezetimibe, plus Repatha. Just passed the 2...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1459818/

Discussion: Repatha along with pravastatin 10 mg and ezetimibe

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Dec 13, 2025

The story sounds familiar and Dr's for some reason don't want to associate our pain and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1416205/

Discussion: How long do side effects from statins last once you stop taking them?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Oct 15, 2025

I have a few thoughts/questions to your reply but I will reserve them till I can...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1106723/

Discussion: High CAC Could it be from Covid and Treatment Drugs

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jul 16, 2024

Thanks @bluesdoc. That sounds to me as though statins would be most helpful to young people...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/130106/

Discussion: High Coronary Calcium Score: How do others feel emotionally?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Oct 27, 2018

Your husband’s cardiologist is correct. Medium-to-high intensity statin therapy will shrink atheromas, and as those atheromas...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1083218/

Discussion: coronary plaque findings

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jun 8, 2024

@jlharsh I am not diabetic nor even have elevated blood sugar. I’m also not obese. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1524715/

Discussion: Elevated Lp(a) levels - does Repatha help?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Mar 11 1:32pm

Hi, @donnamarie1956. Welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect. I am sorry you are having discomfort, and glad...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1405345/

Discussion: How long do side effects from statins last once you stop taking them?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Sep 30, 2025

Yes, I understand. I’m not disputing the research. It’s the research that informs the “guidance” from...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1039836/

Discussion: Statin Intolerance: What did you do?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Mar 25, 2024

Please consider the fact that you may be able to avoid the statins - there are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1376870/

Discussion: 990 calcium score but all bloodwork, EKG/stress are fine what next?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Aug 22, 2025

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