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Hello, my Lp(a) is 271 and I also have very high genetic LDL. I am meeting...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1377194/

Discussion: Anyone else out there with extremely high lipoprotein (a)?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Aug 23, 2025

You really need to discuss with your doctor so you can stay ahead of this the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1268280/

Discussion: Has anyone experienced depression after taking praluent?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Mar 27, 2025

I do mostly holistic medicine and natural supplements. About 2 years ago I went to pick...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1195884/

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

Support Group: Aging Well

Posted: Dec 23, 2024

Have been off the statins for about 3 months. Still numbness in feet and lower legs.....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/260390/

Discussion: Statin discontinued due to neuropathy. What are some alternatives?

Support Group: Neuropathy

Posted: Jul 9, 2019

I just had a CT coronary angiogram with calcium score and my score is 1608. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/213292/

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

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Sep 15, 2018

You would need to contact your insurance company and ask them if Mayo Clinic, MN is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1375396/

Discussion: Started Repatha - Side Effects

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Aug 20, 2025

Many of the articles I initially read said you could NOT lower your CAC score and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/907798/

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

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Aug 4, 2023

@mikeydc2008 I had two catheter ablations to control the AF, which has been in 'remission' for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1533742/

Discussion: Metoprolol — Increase to Treat Increased Diastolic BP?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Mar 23 2:54pm

Theoretically, yes, but the good news is that you might need to live to 110 in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1073824/

Discussion: Does mild coronary artery disease always progress with time

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: May 24, 2024

I think the notion of not changing (improving) your diet because statins are doing their job,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1115110/

Discussion: Must you change your diet if statins are doing the job?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jul 31, 2024

Hello everyone. I dread taking meds but statins are a must. My lifetime of low fat...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/750238/

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

Support Group: Aging Well

Posted: Sep 16, 2022

I am 56 & just found out my LPa is 495!!! I am freaking out. Saw...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1420645/

Discussion: Just found out Lpa is extremely high — other risks OK

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Oct 21, 2025

Thanks so much for your reply. I do have family history, as you mentin, which is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1381222/

Discussion: Calcium Score

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Aug 28, 2025

Hi con123 Were you told, to gain your consent, that Athletes were the overwhelmingly number one...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1351299/

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

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jul 18, 2025

All drugs carry some risks, and not all patients tolerate any given drug. Those on statins...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1115232/

Discussion: Ecosprin and Statin for narrowing of carotid artery?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jul 31, 2024

@paul63, Welcome to the board--in theory as I am sure you have read already, anything above...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/879382/

Discussion: Should I worry about a high Calcium score

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jun 16, 2023

Well, it probably depends on one's baseline. If you're eating fast food breakfast tacos, fast food...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1113329/

Discussion: High calcium score: I'm in shock

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jul 28, 2024

@christianzane I thought this article was very informative. Do you know if this is still considered...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/893926/

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

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jul 11, 2023

I had statin issues (muscle pain) and researched side affects. I stopped taking Atavorstatin (sp), found...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1221316/

Discussion: Any experience with Nexletol or Nexlezet?

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Jan 25, 2025

Same exact issue with me as well. Dr. wants my LDL below 70 so increased statin...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1166480/

Discussion: diagnosed with a high calcium score of 1350

Support Group: Heart & Blood Health

Posted: Nov 2, 2024

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