Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Health

grasswire

(50,130 posts)

4. all I know is that my cardiologist says...

Reply to Brigid (Original post)

Mon Jan 16, 2012, 06:21 PM

Jan 2012

...that only certain people need a statin, not the blanket application we've seen in recent years. Many people can (apparently) remediate the problem of high blood pressure/cholesterol through lifestyle changes.

With the latest news about statins, it's a good thing to make sure there's a particular reason for you to be taking it.

Edit history

Please sign in to view edit histories.

Recommendations

0 members have recommended this reply (displayed in chronological order):

5 replies

= new reply since forum marked as read

Highlight:

Has anyone else taken a statin and experienced side effects? [View all] Brigid Jan 2012 OP

Yes, lots. bemildred Jan 2012 #1

Mevacor was the first one and it was reportedly the worst Warpy Jan 2012 #2

The only trouble I had was Chemisse Jan 2012 #3

all I know is that my cardiologist says... grasswire Jan 2012 #4

Tell your doctor. It's possible that a different statin will be easier to tolerate. gkhouston Jan 2012 #5