If you have high cholesterol, which usually has no symptoms, your risk of heart problems and other diseases increases. At Farmington Family Clinic, Dr. Mutahhar Ahmad, MD, and his highly trained staff diagnose and treat high cholesterol to reduce your risk of heart attack, stroke, and other serious complications. Call the office to schedule an appointment or book one online today.
What is high cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a waxy material in your blood, and too much of it can build up in blood vessel walls and increase the risk of narrowed or blocked vessels, heart attack, and stroke. Early detection and treatment of high cholesterol is the best way to reduce your risk of life-threatening complications.
Are there any symptoms of high cholesterol?
Unlike many other diseases, there are no symptoms associated with high cholesterol. That’s why it’s important to get screened regularly if you’re at risk of developing high cholesterol. Dr. Ahmad lets you know how often to get screened based on your age and risk factors.
What are the risk factors of high cholesterol?
Common factors that increase your risk of developing high cholesterol include:
Adopting healthy habits is the best way to lower your risk of developing high cholesterol. It can also help you better manage high blood pressure, diabetes, and other chronic conditions.
What are the complications of untreated high cholesterol?
Complications that can occur with untreated high cholesterol include:
If you experience chest pain or pressure, paralysis on one side of your body, or confusion, seek medical help immediately.
How does my doctor diagnose high cholesterol?
Diagnosing high cholesterol involves a simple blood test. At Farmington Family Clinic, Dr. Ahmad often checks triglyceride levels, blood sugar, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and total cholesterol numbers. He also reviews your medical history, completes a physical exam, and assesses blood pressure, pulse, and other vital signs.
How is high cholesterol treated?
The two main treatments for high cholesterol include:
Lifestyle changes: Dr. Ahmad offers diet counseling that can reduce high cholesterol naturally. Eat more fruits and vegetables, limit animal fats, lose weight if you’re overweight, don’t smoke, get regular exercise, limit alcohol, and properly manage stress levels.
Medications: If your cholesterol is very high or if lifestyle changes are unsuccessful, Dr. Ahmad can prescribe cholesterol-lowering medications to get your numbers under control.
What is high cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a waxy material in your blood, and too much of it can build up in blood vessel walls and increase the risk of narrowed or blocked vessels, heart attack, and stroke. Early detection and treatment of high cholesterol is the best way to reduce your risk of life-threatening complications.
Are there any symptoms of high cholesterol?
Unlike many other diseases, there are no symptoms associated with high cholesterol. That’s why it’s important to get screened regularly if you’re at risk of developing high cholesterol. Dr. Ahmad lets you know how often to get screened based on your age and risk factors.
What are the risk factors of high cholesterol?
Common factors that increase your risk of developing high cholesterol include:
- Poor dietary habits
- Lack of exercise
- Obesity
- Smoking
- Excessive alcohol intake
- Older age
- Family history of high cholesterol
Adopting healthy habits is the best way to lower your risk of developing high cholesterol. It can also help you better manage high blood pressure, diabetes, and other chronic conditions.
What are the complications of untreated high cholesterol?
Complications that can occur with untreated high cholesterol include:
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Coronary artery disease
- Other heart or blood vessel problems
If you experience chest pain or pressure, paralysis on one side of your body, or confusion, seek medical help immediately.
How does my doctor diagnose high cholesterol?
Diagnosing high cholesterol involves a simple blood test. At Farmington Family Clinic, Dr. Ahmad often checks triglyceride levels, blood sugar, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and total cholesterol numbers. He also reviews your medical history, completes a physical exam, and assesses blood pressure, pulse, and other vital signs.
How is high cholesterol treated?
The two main treatments for high cholesterol include:
Lifestyle changes: Dr. Ahmad offers diet counseling that can reduce high cholesterol naturally. Eat more fruits and vegetables, limit animal fats, lose weight if you’re overweight, don’t smoke, get regular exercise, limit alcohol, and properly manage stress levels.
Medications: If your cholesterol is very high or if lifestyle changes are unsuccessful, Dr. Ahmad can prescribe cholesterol-lowering medications to get your numbers under control.
To get screened or treated for high cholesterol, call the office today at 248-862-5482 or contact us to schedule an appointment today