High Cholesterol Doctor Near Me

By visiting your primary care physician (PCP) on a regular basis, you can help manage high cholesterol early on and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other health problems. While the right amount of cholesterol keeps us healthy, high cholesterol levels (hyperlipidemia) can be harmful. Your PCP can order screenings and blood tests that can spot excessive amounts of LDL cholesterol, known as “bad” cholesterol. It’s especially important to schedule regular appointments with your primary care doctor because high LDL cholesterol doesn’t show any apparent signs or symptoms. Your doctor may discuss preventative measures and lifestyle changes. In some cases, hyperlipidemia medications may be prescribed.

There are several causes of high cholesterol. While family history and genetics play a role, many risk factors are within your control. These factors include:

• Smoking, which damages blood vessel walls and can increase the chances of accumulating fatty deposits.
• Obesity — a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more increases your risk of high cholesterol.
• Lack of exercise increases “bad” LDL cholesterol while physical activity lowers your risk of heightened cholesterol.
• Diabetes — high blood sugar can lead to greater “bad” LDL cholesterol levels, which can damage the lining of the arteries.
• Poor diet — an excess of trans-fat, packaged foods, and saturated fat can increase your cholesterol levels.
• A large waist circumference — women with a waist circumference of at least 35 inches and men with a waist circumference of 40 inches or more have an increased risk of hyperlipidemia.

If you have any of these risk factors, make sure to talk to your primary care physician. Your doctor may recommend certain preventative measures, lifestyle changes, or medications, depending on the severity and stage of your cholesterol issues.

Oak Street Health primary care accepts all forms of Medicare, including Original Medicare Part B, select Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement or Medigap plans and Medicare-Medicaid Plans. Call us at (888) 812-1183 to find a primary care physician near you or visit insurance plan acceptance tool to see if we accept your specific insurance.

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