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Doctor About Cholesterol Doctor About Cholesterol 10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Cholesterol Do I already have atherosclerosis? Am I at risk for a heart attack? Do I have any other risk factors for heart disease? Should I see a nutritionist to help me change my diet? Can I control my cholesterol through lifestyle changes alone? In my case, which lifestyle changes will be particularly helpful? Do I need cholesterol-lowering drugs? What side effects can I expect from such medication? How low can I realistically expect my cholesterol to go? What should I aim for? Will it ever be safe for me to stop taking the medication? How often should I have my cholesterol checked? Should members of my family be tested? 10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Cholesterol Do I already have atherosclerosis? Am I at risk for a heart attack? Do I have any other risk factors for heart disease? Should I see a nutritionist to help me change my diet? Can I control my cholesterol through lifestyle changes alone? In my case, which lifestyle changes will be particularly helpful? Do I need cholesterol-lowering drugs? What side effects can I expect from such medication? How low can I realistically expect my cholesterol to go? What should I aim for? Will it ever be safe for me to stop taking the medication? How often should I have my cholesterol checked? Should members of my family be tested? Reviewed by Robert J Bryg, MD on November 01, 2006 Reviewed by Robert J Bryg, MD on November 01, 2006