Mandofred
Well-known member
And....that's why I stated the comment about if the changes don't work. You did read what I wrote.....yeah?
High cholesterol thread
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KenL
Tour Rookie
Probably not all of it!
SocketRocket
Ryder Cup Winner
I'm not really convinced fatty foods are bad unless it's trans fats.
spongebob59
Journeyman Pro
Well that was short, you're going on statins (Atovorstatin) , rest of your life.
No discussion about diet, future blood tests etc.
No discussion about diet, future blood tests etc.
Mandofred
Well-known member
Yeah, I don't like it when there isn't a discussion. I've kind of talked myself into going in to the Dr again in a couple of weeks to have another sit-down with a Dr that actually talked with me last time. Possible side effect on the Atovorstatin (tinnitus)....they switched me to the R statin (can't remember the name) but after a couple of weeks I talked myself into giving up all my usually fatty foods (cheese, ice cream, potato chips, chocolate)....but I'm still drinking beer, so...... Gone back to eating cheese again and I'll see about another try with one of the statins. It's NOT as clear cut as they want you to believe....
Alan Clifford
Well-known member
Isn't there a knee jerk reaction these days to put everyone over a certain age on statins?
Some years ago, my optician wanted me to have my cholestrol checked because of slight white rings in my eyes. GP said, "No need, your blood pressure is OK".
Some years ago, my optician wanted me to have my cholestrol checked because of slight white rings in my eyes. GP said, "No need, your blood pressure is OK".
My cholesterol is mid range/fine but they tried various statins as I have an history of angina and there’s a family history of heart trouble. After months of trying them I said “no, no more.” 15 years later and my cholesterol is still fine. Apart from a few minor angina issues recently I’ve not had any problems since my heart attack in 2009. They did suggest a stent but said it was only a precaution. My answer was if it isn’t needed, I’m not having it yet.
To a large extent I eat reasonably sensibly apart from the odd treat - bacon sandwich for lunch. Today is an alcohol free day as I had 4 pints over 8 hours yesterday.
To a large extent I eat reasonably sensibly apart from the odd treat - bacon sandwich for lunch. Today is an alcohol free day as I had 4 pints over 8 hours yesterday.
spongebob59
Journeyman Pro
Another quick question re statins :
Do you actually feel any benefit from taking these or do they just work in the background ?
Do you actually feel any benefit from taking these or do they just work in the background ?
Mandofred
Well-known member
When I was on the statins (both Atorvastatin and Rosuvastatin)....I felt nothing. The other people I play golf with that were on them said the same thing. I "may" have triggered my tinnitus with the Atorvastatin, which is a possible side effect from that statin. They moved me to Rosuvastatin, but I decided to go back to eating better......which won't "solve" my slightly high cholesterol, but in my opinion is a decent compromise. Just looking back at my main number.....
1st blood test- total=6.0, HDL=1.8, LDL=3.7
2nd test 3 months later. Total=5.5, HDL=1.4, LDL 3.6
3rd test with drugs. Total=4.2, HDL=1.5, LDL=1.9
Significant drop of the bad LDL with drugs. But.....I've no noticeable history of heart issues in the family. Blood pressure is fine. Not diabetic. I've exercised since pretty young, today was pretty normal.....18 holes of golf this morning in 2:15. Another 5 mile walk in the early afternoon. I am carrying some weight that wouldn't hurt to get lowered. I drink more beer than I should. I'm a junk fooder, and I like cheese, crisps etc. I can do without most of those things, I just replace them with non-fatty type junk food.
NHS seems to recommend below 5 for total cholesterol, so I'm a little high. Above 1 for HDL, which I am. Bad cholesterol below 4, which I am. Considering my history.....I kind of think I'm going to pass on the statins and try to keep my cheese type consumption down a little.
VVega
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chrisd
Major Champion
I had a check today and my total cholesterol level is 2.97 . I've been taking statins since my heart attack in early January, I'm told I need to take them forever.
KenL
Tour Rookie
Keep taking them then.
No doubt you are also on the likes of ramapril, bisoprolol & asprin?
Ramapril gave me a tickly cough. Swapped for Amlodapine with Bisoprolol & asprin.
Captainron
Big Hitting, South African Sweary Person
Most folk won’t change their diet sufficiently to reduce their cholesterol number.
Statins are a proven way of reducing cholesterol but some people do suffer from side effects. I’ve been on them for 6 months now and haven’t noticed any negative effects.
Statins are a proven way of reducing cholesterol but some people do suffer from side effects. I’ve been on them for 6 months now and haven’t noticed any negative effects.
chrisd
Major Champion
Yes, the likes of as bisoprolol started to make me look like the elephant man, and, apart from asperin and the stomach tablet all of the medication has be changed at least once
KenL
Tour Rookie
You were unlucky.
spongebob59
Journeyman Pro
Well a month in and suffering from insomnia, back to the GP on Monday or whenever I can get an appt.
Maninblack4612
Tour Winner
I have my own views on Statins & would never take them. These books make interesting reading.
KenL
Tour Rookie
Would you prefer to drop dead with a heart attack?
williamalex1
Money List Winner
What exactly did the bisoprolol do ?
I've been on 5mgs for a couple of years now and haven't noticed anything.
Unless I looked like Dumbo beforehand
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