Cholesterol Screening and Treatment

Regular cholesterol screening is highly recommended for all adults as a preventive health measure. Getting your cholesterol level checked can help gauge your risk of developing heart disease, as high cholesterol can be a predecessor to this condition. High cholesterol levels and heart disease have no warning signs or symptoms and can lead to heart attacks or hardening of the arteries and stroke. Depending on your specific case, your physician may prescribe a high cholesterol treatment – meaning that screenings might be done more frequently in order to closely monitor or track the results of any treatment or changes in your diet. Once your doctor has accurately identified your cholesterol problem, he or she will likely recommend lifestyle changes and prescribe lipid-lowering medication to help you attain healthy target levels.