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Treatment Options for High Blood Cholesterol

Goals of Treatment for High Blood Cholesterol

The goal of treatment for people with high blood cholesterol is to sufficiently lower the LDL cholesterol level in order to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (heart attack and stroke). There are two major ways to achieving this objective:

  • Lifestyle modifications
  • Cholesterol-lowering medications