Treating And Preventing Cerebrovascular Disease

Cholesterol-Lowering Medication

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Another treatment able to treat or prevent blocked blood vessels is cholesterol-lowering medication. The best way to prevent high cholesterol is by leading a healthy lifestyle. However, exercising and dieting isn't always enough. Cholesterol medications can help in a few different ways. They can decrease 'bad' cholesterol, which is what increases the potential risk of developing heart disease.

They're also able to decrease the total triglyceride amount. Triglycerides are a type of fat found in the blood that also increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. In addition, they can increase 'good' cholesterol. Good cholesterol helps to protect the cardiovascular system against blockage and disease. Doctors may suggest either one medication or a combination of several.

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