High LDL Cholesterol on the Rise in Hyderabad
2 months, 1 week ago

High LDL Cholesterol on the Rise in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle  

Cholesterol, an essential fat for cellular function, is now becoming a major concern in India’s fight against non-communicable diseases. Dr. PLN Kaparathi, Cath Lab Director, Senior Consultant, Cardiologist, Care Hospital Banjara Hills, Hyderabad says “Addressing cardiovascular challenges requires educating patients, improving healthcare access, and focusing on medication adherence. Regular lipid profile checks should be a part of routine health check-ups and can aid in the early detection and effective treatment and management of high LDLC levels.” Managing cholesterol involves achieving optimal LDLC levels based on factors such as age, gender, family history etc. For instance, patients with diabetes and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease should aim for LDLC levels below 55 mg/dL, whereas those with diabetes and additional risk factors are advised to target levels below 70 mg/dL. Even when treatment starts, patients frequently discontinue treatment once they feel better, causing LDLC levels to rise again without obvious symptoms.

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New guidelines stress early cholesterol testing: 5 expert tips for healthy heart
7 months, 1 week ago

New guidelines stress early cholesterol testing: 5 expert tips for healthy heart

Hindustan Times  

In today's health-conscious world, understanding the relationship between obesity and bad cholesterol is essential for maintaining optimal heart health as a research by British Medical Journal highlights that high levels of LDL-C, often dubbed as “bad cholesterol”, can be present even in individuals who are not obese. Cardiovascular health alert: New guidelines stress early cholesterol testing, 5 expert tips for …

High cholesterol is 'Silent Killer': Cardiological Society of India launches first-ever lipid guidelines
8 months, 3 weeks ago

High cholesterol is 'Silent Killer': Cardiological Society of India launches first-ever lipid guidelines

India TV News  

The Cardiological Society of India has launched groundbreaking guidelines for managing dyslipidemia, a crucial step towards addressing the nation's diverse health challenges. Dyslipidemia, characterised by abnormal levels of lipids in the blood, poses significant health risks, yet often goes unnoticed due to its asymptomatic nature, unlike conditions like hypertension or diabetes. "Aggressive targets are proposed for very high-risk patients, including …

World Heart Day: Nearly 50% Indian women at risk of heart disease, reports survey
7 years, 5 months ago

World Heart Day: Nearly 50% Indian women at risk of heart disease, reports survey

India TV News  

Nearly 50 per cent of women in India live with an abnormal cholesterol level, an alarming indicator of the risk of their being prone to cardiovascular diseases, a survey has showed. The survey by diagnostic chain SRL Diagnostics revealed that 48 per cent women in the age group of 46-60 years had the highest level of abnormality in the lipid …

Health and you: Too much good cholesterol is also too bad
7 years, 6 months ago

Health and you: Too much good cholesterol is also too bad

Deccan Chronicle  

The results of a study showed that high levels of good cholesterol in the bloodstream increased the risk of death by 68 per cent in women and 106 per cent in men. Doctors often ask patients to “up” their good cholesterol levels, but this study claims that the higher the HDL levels, the higher the mortality rate. The results showed …

The good, the bad and the ugly
14 years, 9 months ago

The good, the bad and the ugly

The Hindu  

Cholesterol: A word that gets a lot of bad press, not all of it deserved. Harmful Bad cholesterol is harmful on its own and for other reasons too, says Dr. Srikanth Sola, Consultant Cardiologist, Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Medical Sciences, Bangalore, and formerly Staff Cardiologist, Cleveland Clinic, U.S. “Bad cholesterol is like bad company –– undesirable in itself …

50% urban women have high BP, 2 out of 3 are overweight
15 years, 11 months ago

50% urban women have high BP, 2 out of 3 are overweight

Hindustan Times  

A three-year study to assess the nutritional status of women in India came up with surprising findings: most urban women eat more than they should. Sixty-four per cent women in urban areas and 36 per cent women in rural areas were found to be overweight. Despite overweight, women were found to have micronutrient deficiencies, such as anemia — low levels …

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