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VII.8. High cholesterol level

A high cholesterol level is determined mainly genetically, but it can be influenced by diet and drugs.

Treatment

  1. Decrease of LDL-cholesterol level  
  2. Statins
  3. Absorption reducers (ezetimibe)
  4. Bile acid resins or  fibric acid
  5. Increase of HDL-cholesterol level
  6. Change of lifestyle + increase of physical activity
  7. Glycemic control
  8. Decrease of TG level