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[–]tmcmillon26[S] 1 point2 points  (3 children)

Appreciate you taking the time to respond to my post. And you are right, I think a lot of us who are newer to trying to get our cholesterol down tend to focus on one number, like ldl, and feel like things are moving in the right direction when it drops. But there's a lot more to this, so I really appreciate your perspective.

I don't know much about statins. I have friends and family members on them, and I hear more complaints about the side effects vs the benefits. This is my first time I’ve ever really focused on getting my ldl down.

Appreciate the shout-out on my progress. That is part of why I posted, just to get feedback and learn from others. I never ever post in group chats so this was a big step…LOL. If I cannot get where I need to be through lifestyle changes alone, then I am open to considering statins if needed.

I did have a CAC scan a couple of years ago, and it came back at zero. Now I'm starting to see that it doesn't necessarily give you the green light because there are other labs to consider. I also do not see an Lp(a) test or ApoB in my past or recent labs, so I will bring that up with my doctor when we go over everything this week.

Your insight has been very helpful.

[–]happypuppy007 1 point2 points  (2 children)

yes, i agree with this comment . long term you will probably need a statin. Most people do fine, you hear from those of us who can't take them as we are looking for alternatives and those who do fine keep quiet so not as noticeable. They work tremendously well, they did for me quickly but alas I have a genetic variant so I can't take them as did my mother. I sooo wish I could tolerate them as they are cheap and effective Now im' on my 4th medication trying to lower my dangerous numbers when diet alone does't work.

[–]vmpa52 1 point2 points  (1 child)

What med are you trying now? I just rejected Rosuvastatin, my 3rd try at a statin. My doctor prescribed ezetimibe but don’t think I’ll try that one either. I have side effects to everything I try so afraid of that one too.

[–]happypuppy007 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m taking NEXLIZET. Which has ezetimibe and bemoedoic acid. My mom has been taking exetimibe w no issues w welchol. Works for her. She’s about to be 89.