Many people have questions for their doctors about tests, drug treatments, risk factors and lifestyle changes. Below are examples of common questions.For a printable version to take to your doctor's office, click the link in the right column of this page.
About Blood Cholesterol
- What do my cholesterol numbers mean?
- What is my cholesterol goal?
- How long will it take to reach my cholesterol goals?
- How often should I have my levels checked?
- How does exercise affect my cholesterol levels?
- How does smoking affect my cholesterol levels?
- What type of foods should I eat?
- Do I need to lose weight, and if so, how much?
- Will I need cholesterol-lowering medicine?
About Drug Treatment
- What kind of medicine should I take?
- Can I take the generic form of the medicine?
- What should I know about the medicine?
- What are the side effects?
- How do I know if it’s working?
- How can I remember when to take the medicine?
- What if I forget to take a medicine?
- Should I avoid any foods or other medicines?
- Can I drink alcohol?
- How long will I need to take my medicine?
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