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For most people a statin will increase calcium, and then there are the possible side effects...
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High CAC Score with Optimal Cholesterol Levels
In 2020, I had a calcium screening done (age 49). It was non-negative at 32. My PCP at the time did not seem alarmed so...
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Do statins guarantee aneurysms won’t grow
I have had poor results with statins as far as quality of life. My question is if it is inevitable that my aneurysms , on...
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Repatha side effects not believed
Repatha for 16 months and results are amazing however, leg pain, calf pain, started 3-4 ago. Sore, stiffness in thighs and calves. I won't mind...
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Heart health & anxiety
Hi. Is it possible to have on and off angina? I’m 61 year old lady with family history of high cholesterol and heart disease. I...
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Any evidence to support statins and aspirin are better taken at night?
Is there evidence or studies that support this article from the UK that statins and aspirin are better taken at night? http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2809844/Popular-medicines-statins-aspirin-effective-taken-NIGHT.html
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I'm worried about taking statins and side effects
Hi, I am 69 and just started taking statins two months ago for cholesterol and I am now noticing dents in my calves and near...
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Must you change your diet if statins are doing the job?
Why must one eat healthier if statins are working? If one is fit, active, with good BP and cholesterol numbers, is diet modification really necessary...
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CAC score in 95th Percentile - Next Steps?
Hello, I am turning 50 and recently had my annual physical. My BMI is 21. I am on no drugs currently. I eat a heart-healthy...
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What helps you wean off beta blockers with minimal discomfort?
I'm currently in a wean-off period (week 2) of carvedilol that I've been taking for nearly 2 years following Bentall procedure for a TAA. Dosage...
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I just had a calcium score of 502 but I’ve been on statins for years?
My calcium score even though on statins was 502? Should I have other tests? What does the calcium test even mean? I’m 68, diabetic, with...