High cholesterol is a pretty common issue in Malaysia. In fact, according to National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019, 4 in 10 people or 8 million people in Malaysia have high total cholesterol level.
In most cases, high cholesterol is a “silent” condition. It typically doesn’t cause any symptoms. Many people don’t even realize they have high cholesterol until they develop serious complications, such as a heart attack or stroke.
There are two types of cholesterol: LDL Cholesterol & HDL Cholesterol
LDL Cholesterol
LDL cholesterol is called “bad cholesterol.” It carries cholesterol to your arteries. If your levels of LDL cholesterol are too high, it can build up on the walls of your arteries.
HDL Cholesterol
HDL cholesterol is called “good cholesterol.” It helps return LDL cholesterol to your liver to be removed from your body. This helps prevent cholesterol plaque from building up in your arteries.
You may be at a higher risk of developing high cholesterol if you:
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Obese
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consume a lot of saturated and trans fats, like those found in fast food
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have limited physical activity
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smoke tobacco products
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have a family history of high cholesterol
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have diabetes, kidney disease, or hypothyroidism
High cholesterol can cause plaque to build up in your arteries. Over time, this plaque can narrow your arteries. This condition is known as atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis can result in many life threatening complications, such as:
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Stroke
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Heart attack
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Chest pain
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High blood pressure
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Chronic kidney disease
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