high cholesterol
Statin prescription cause
High cholesterol is a medical condition where blood contains elevated levels of cholesterol, a waxy fat-like substance.
While the body needs some cholesterol, excess amounts can build up in artery walls, increasing risk of heart disease and stroke.
Doctors distinguish between "good" (HDL) and "bad" (LDL) cholesterol: My doctor says I need to lower my high cholesterol.
- LDLHarmful blood lipid abbreviation
- HDLBeneficial blood lipid
- triglyceridesThree-chained fat molecules
- plaqueInscribed memorial tablet
- arteriesTubes carrying oxygenated blood
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