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    If my cholesterol is less than 200mg/dl, should I worry about heart disease?

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    Registered Nurse & Midwifery08 April 2024 at 10:48

    No, if your total cholesterol is less than 200 mg/dL, you generally do not need to worry too much about an increased risk of heart disease based on that cholesterol level alone. Here's a more detailed explanation:

    • However, other factors also influence your overall heart disease risk, such as:
      • Your HDL (good) cholesterol level
      • Your blood pressure
      • Whether you smoke
      • Your family history of heart disease
      • Your age and gender