Total cholesterol (TC) 7.2mmol/L requires medication.
In clinical practice, the appropriate level of TC should be less than 5.2mmol/L. When TC=7.2mmol/L, the patient is already hypercholesterolemic. Hypercholesterolemia can greatly increase the risk of heart attack and cerebral infarction.
The higher the blood cholesterol level, the higher the risk of heart attack and cerebral infarction. In young people, elevated cholesterol can also lead to cardiovascular disease. Therefore, early intervention is recommended when total cholesterol (TC) is 7.2 mmol/L. Oral medication is preferred to medium-strength statin (e.g., atorvastatin, simvastatin, etc.), and ezetimibe or iloyuzumab can be added if total cholesterol still cannot reach the target. Most patients with diabetes, hypertension, heart attack, cerebral infarction and other diseases should be more active in taking medication to lower cholesterol.
In addition to oral medication, lifestyle changes are also needed. ① Dietary light diet; ② Appropriate increase in moderate intensity metabolic exercise; ③ Quit smoking, salt restriction, limiting the consumption of alcohol, prohibition of strong alcohol, etc..
If the patient’s total cholesterol (TC) reaches 7.2mmol/L, it is recommended to go to a regular hospital to avoid further progression of the disease.