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High LDL and Lp(a) cardiovascular risk

If someone has high LDL and high Lp(a) but no symptoms, should they still be concerned?

Yes. This patient's main reason for consultation was abnormal heart tests, not obvious cardiac symptoms — cardiovascular risk from elevated LDL and Lp(a) can be silent until it's evaluated with proper testing. Knowing your Lp(a) status (which many people are never told) is important for assessing true heart disease risk.

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