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Mrs.Alkawari
I am in very hood health. Do not drink or smoke and BP 110 .over 60. Cholesterol total 6.1. Any alternatives to Statins?
I am in very hood health. Do not drink or smoke and BP 110 .over 60. Cholesterol total 6.1. Any alternatives to Statins?
Oatmilk123
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
NICE guidance on statins
I recall seeing a reference to NICE guidance suggesting that statins should not be prescribed unless hypothyroidism has been eliminated. I’m struggling to find it and should be grateful if someone could point me in the right direction. Many thanks
I recall seeing a reference to NICE guidance suggesting that statins should not be prescribed unless hypothyroidism has been eliminated. I’m struggling to find it and should be grateful if someone could point me in the right direction. Many thanks
Italiangirl123
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Thyroid UK
3 months ago
Low statin dose increased lipoprotein a significantly
I have elevated lipoprotein a [lp(a)] and elevated cholesterol levels, am 70 years old and have a coronary artery calcium [CAC] score of 0 (or did before I started statins a short while ago). I just learned about the lp(a) level around 18 months ago. I started a 5 mg dose of simvastatin 15 months
I have elevated lipoprotein a [lp(a)] and elevated cholesterol levels, am 70 years old and have a coronary artery calcium [CAC] score of 0 (or did before I started statins a short while ago). I just learned about the lp(a) level around 18 months ago. I started a 5 mg dose of simvastatin 15 months
Desertflowerchild
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
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leg pains
I’ve taken Atorvastatin for over 6 years, just recently I have had really sore aching legs. I have put it down to exercise and walking but I’m starting to doubt this. Anyone else develop leg pains due to statins after years of no issues?
I’ve taken Atorvastatin for over 6 years, just recently I have had really sore aching legs. I have put it down to exercise and walking but I’m starting to doubt this. Anyone else develop leg pains due to statins after years of no issues?
Cats4
in
Cholesterol Support
3 months ago
Update after cardiologist appontment
According to my cardiologist I am strange! From an ejection fraction of 23% on an echocardiogram to one of 47% on a MRI in 2 months is unsual. I also did not have the right symptons. Also my cholesterol has shot up so I am now on statins. He will see me in a year unless I need to see him earler
According to my cardiologist I am strange! From an ejection fraction of 23% on an echocardiogram to one of 47% on a MRI in 2 months is unsual. I also did not have the right symptons. Also my cholesterol has shot up so I am now on statins. He will see me in a year unless I need to see him earler
Swimmerb
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
liver
I’m 73 and been feeling extra tired recently, otherwise fit and well. I thought the tiredness might be caused by Keppra a drug I take for epilepsy, I’m also on statins … but anyway the GP did a blood test, the Serum Alanine transaminase was ‘out of range’ at 54 u/l. I’ve always been a drinker but stick
I’m 73 and been feeling extra tired recently, otherwise fit and well. I thought the tiredness might be caused by Keppra a drug I take for epilepsy, I’m also on statins … but anyway the GP did a blood test, the Serum Alanine transaminase was ‘out of range’ at 54 u/l. I’ve always been a drinker but stick
rogertb
in
British Liver Trust
3 months ago
Liver
I’m 73 and been feeling extra tired recently, otherwise fit and well. I thought the tiredness might be caused by Keppra a drug I take for epilepsy, I’m also on statins … but anyway the GP did a blood test, the Serum Alanine transaminase was ‘out of range’ at 54 u/l. (4u/l above the range of 50). I’ve
I’m 73 and been feeling extra tired recently, otherwise fit and well. I thought the tiredness might be caused by Keppra a drug I take for epilepsy, I’m also on statins … but anyway the GP did a blood test, the Serum Alanine transaminase was ‘out of range’ at 54 u/l. (4u/l above the range of 50). I’ve
rogertb
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Men's Health Forum
3 months ago
A natural cure for AF!
Ok , I started with occasional AF 15 years ago. I worked out what was causing it , usual stuff alcohol , stress, caffeine possibly salt. Mine lasted about 12/15 hours and returned to normal , started out fast heart beat , slowed after about 3/6 hours and then just out of rhythm for the rest until back
Ok , I started with occasional AF 15 years ago. I worked out what was causing it , usual stuff alcohol , stress, caffeine possibly salt. Mine lasted about 12/15 hours and returned to normal , started out fast heart beat , slowed after about 3/6 hours and then just out of rhythm for the rest until back
lifts984
in
Atrial Fibrillation Support
3 months ago
PMR update, flare, cholesterol, pre diabetes, neck, DEXA etc
Follow up to previous post a few weeks back. Many thanks for helpful comments and support on previous post. Just to recap, when I posted last, I was teetering around 2-3 mg pred after being told by rheumatologist that my PMR had gone and I needed to stop taking pred. I should have listened to my own
Follow up to previous post a few weeks back. Many thanks for helpful comments and support on previous post. Just to recap, when I posted last, I was teetering around 2-3 mg pred after being told by rheumatologist that my PMR had gone and I needed to stop taking pred. I should have listened to my own
Gimme
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PMRGCAuk
3 months ago
What is the general opinion for Statins for Diabetes 2, its side effects etc?
I will be stuck on "Statins" for diabetes, I have been on them before, I have been on diabetes since March 2020, any other alternatives?
I will be stuck on "Statins" for diabetes, I have been on them before, I have been on diabetes since March 2020, any other alternatives?
Adlon57
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Healthy Evidence
3 months ago
Coronary calcium channel score
Is statin prescribing linked to Coronary Calcium score? In late 60's my recent Angiogram was fine but had a CCS score of 25. From what I've read, Statins do not eliminate existing plaque, but stop it getting worse. Always ate healthy, since a child being faddy, cut off every bit fat from meat, wouldn'teat
Is statin prescribing linked to Coronary Calcium score? In late 60's my recent Angiogram was fine but had a CCS score of 25. From what I've read, Statins do not eliminate existing plaque, but stop it getting worse. Always ate healthy, since a child being faddy, cut off every bit fat from meat, wouldn'teat
sunlovah
in
Atrial Fibrillation Support
3 months ago
Statins when bloods are "normal" - for "normal" people.
I have paroxysmal afib and had a TIA 2 years ago. The afib is much improved after an ablation last year and I've been on DOACs since the TIA.My cholesterol and triglyceride levels have always been spot on and remain so but my GP surgery is desperate to get me on statins. This is because current NHS
I have paroxysmal afib and had a TIA 2 years ago. The afib is much improved after an ablation last year and I've been on DOACs since the TIA.My cholesterol and triglyceride levels have always been spot on and remain so but my GP surgery is desperate to get me on statins. This is because current NHS
MisterMagoo
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Atrial Fibrillation Support
3 months ago
Why so many have cardiac disease
Greetings all! My family, dad, brother, sister, all had very early cardiac disease. Why? Likely they had elevated Lipoprotein(a). That’s genetic. It was passed on to me and I passed it on. When I returned to my cardiologist after many years and with this new knowledge about Lp(a), he chose to treat
Greetings all! My family, dad, brother, sister, all had very early cardiac disease. Why? Likely they had elevated Lipoprotein(a). That’s genetic. It was passed on to me and I passed it on. When I returned to my cardiologist after many years and with this new knowledge about Lp(a), he chose to treat
LeafLeaf
in
British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
Update on my statins ..& vit k2 & D3 - which brand & dose?
Hi all, just sharing an update on my latest statin scenario. Had Nstemi and quadruple bypass in July 2023, was rehabbing really well physically. About 4-5 months post surgery I noticed I was getting a lot of aches and pains that were making me feel really low, joint and muscle aches , thumbs and finger
Hi all, just sharing an update on my latest statin scenario. Had Nstemi and quadruple bypass in July 2023, was rehabbing really well physically. About 4-5 months post surgery I noticed I was getting a lot of aches and pains that were making me feel really low, joint and muscle aches , thumbs and finger
DWizza
in
British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
test results
I’ve had test results back for thyroids TsH level 0.93 serum free T4 level 10.1 is this normal. I don’t think it is HELP. I’ve got a doctors appointment this afternoon. So need to throw questions at her. They’re also tried to put me on statins I’ve said no. Please help
I’ve had test results back for thyroids TsH level 0.93 serum free T4 level 10.1 is this normal. I don’t think it is HELP. I’ve got a doctors appointment this afternoon. So need to throw questions at her. They’re also tried to put me on statins I’ve said no. Please help
Germany1924
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Thyroid UK
3 months ago
Having a STEMI in mid 40's...the search for underlying causes / answers for premature CHD.
Hi Everyone, My husband had a major STEMI in March 2023 with a full blockage of his circumflex artery. He was 44 years old and playing 5-a-side football in a local sports centre when he collapsed without warning. Thank goodness it happened there of all places however, as the swift actions of his team
Hi Everyone, My husband had a major STEMI in March 2023 with a full blockage of his circumflex artery. He was 44 years old and playing 5-a-side football in a local sports centre when he collapsed without warning. Thank goodness it happened there of all places however, as the swift actions of his team
Fortunate1
in
British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
PMR Flare
Dx Feb 2018 20mg Been OK on 3mg since January, testing out 2.5mg occasionally. it's my Nemesis but I'll get there eventually. However on 17th March I started taking statins (Pravastatin) as my cholesterol is raised (think GPs are on a mission with this at the moment)...all seemed OK for about 4 weeks
Dx Feb 2018 20mg Been OK on 3mg since January, testing out 2.5mg occasionally. it's my Nemesis but I'll get there eventually. However on 17th March I started taking statins (Pravastatin) as my cholesterol is raised (think GPs are on a mission with this at the moment)...all seemed OK for about 4 weeks
GrannyDi
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PMRGCAuk
3 months ago
stent blocked ?
had stent January , thought I was doing so well . 4 weeks into my cardiac rehab and going for long weeks and doing gentle circuits once a week , but the last couple of days , I’ve just felt tired breathless and a few times in bed my left leg keeps aching . Stopped the statins for a week to see if it’
had stent January , thought I was doing so well . 4 weeks into my cardiac rehab and going for long weeks and doing gentle circuits once a week , but the last couple of days , I’ve just felt tired breathless and a few times in bed my left leg keeps aching . Stopped the statins for a week to see if it’
Stent2024
in
British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
Bisoprolol and ears
I have been taking Bisoprolol now for 2 years nearly.For the last months ive been having vertigo, mostly in the morning. Then a couple of weeks ago i started getting low noises in my left ear, this ear i have since found out is slightly retracted. Its been constant... i am not sure if it was my statins
I have been taking Bisoprolol now for 2 years nearly.For the last months ive been having vertigo, mostly in the morning. Then a couple of weeks ago i started getting low noises in my left ear, this ear i have since found out is slightly retracted. Its been constant... i am not sure if it was my statins
Hippiechic63
in
British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
Beginning The journey, not quite sure why
Ok, we’ve all seen the adverts on Facebook asking for volunteers for people to join health tests/screenings etc. So I did one about two years ago on liver and found I had a fatty liver, which was moderate. Went back the next year and had got it down to mild. This year I saw one on lung cancer, they are
Ok, we’ve all seen the adverts on Facebook asking for volunteers for people to join health tests/screenings etc. So I did one about two years ago on liver and found I had a fatty liver, which was moderate. Went back the next year and had got it down to mild. This year I saw one on lung cancer, they are
Mossquire
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British Heart Foundation
3 months ago
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