TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Cholesterol is a kind of waxy substance that the liver naturally produces. Very high levels of bad cholesterol or LDL can be characterized by changes in the knuckles in certain people.
As the British Heart Foundation (BHF) explains, we need to stay healthy because every cell in the body uses these substances. However, high cholesterol levels mean you have a lot of LDL in your blood. LDL collects inside the arteries, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Unfortunately, there are usually no symptoms associated with high cholesterol that can alert you to the condition. However, some are genetically predisposed to develop high cholesterol levels and people with this condition may experience symptoms. Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a common, life-threatening genetic condition that causes high cholesterol.
“Sometimes there are visible signs of FH, especially when LDL is very high,” explains the FH Foundation, a patient-focused nonprofit organization dedicated to research, advocacy, and family education. Express.
Bumps around books finger, elbows, and knees called xanthomas may indicate high LDL levels. It forms when excess cholesterol builds up in tendons or under the skin. Therefore, if you find these signs on your finger, you should immediately consult a doctor. Most people don’t find any signs or symptoms, which is why it’s so important to get them checked out.
“Blood cholesterol levels are measured using a simple blood test,” explains BHF. “The doctor or nurse will take a blood sample, usually by pricking a finger or you may be asked to do a blood test in a hospital. The blood is then checked for good cholesterol (HDL), bad cholesterol (LDL), and triglycerides, and get the total cholesterol results.”
HDL is generally labeled as good cholesterol because it counteracts the harmful effects of LDL. Triglycerides are another type of fat (lipid) found in the blood. After a formal diagnosis of high cholesterol, it is very important to take steps to reduce its amount in the blood. Adopting healthy habits, such as improving your diet, can lower harmful cholesterol levels.
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