Comorbidities of Statin IntoleranceSome people with high cholesterol are prescribed statins to reduce their risk of heart attack and stroke. However, some people experience side...reactionscomments
Being Resilient and AcceptingMost people think of cholesterol as a number they can change with diet or exercise, but those of us with familial hypercholesterolemia...reactionscomments
Treatment Options for People With Statin IntoleranceStatins are medicines that help lower cholesterol. High cholesterol can lead to heart disease. Doctors prescribe statins to reduce the risk of...reactionscomments
Living With a Statin IntoleranceMany people take statin drugs to lower their cholesterol. Statins help prevent heart attacks and strokes. But some people cannot tolerate these...reactions6comments
Community Views: Living With High Cholesterol and Statin IntoleranceStatins are a type of medicine often prescribed to treat high cholesterol. They can lower cholesterol and also help prevent serious health...reactions16comments
Share Your Experience: High Cholesterol and Statin IntoleranceStatins are a class of drug often prescribed to treat cardiovascular conditions like high cholesterol. Sometimes healthcare providers also prescribe them to...reactionscomments
Understanding Statin IntoleranceStatins are a type of medicine. Doctors prescribe them to lower cholesterol. High cholesterol can lead to heart disease like heart attack...reactionscomments
Signs of Statin IntoleranceStatins are medicines that help lower cholesterol. They are often prescribed to people to reduce their risk of heart disease and stroke...reactionscomments
What the Symptoms of Dilated Cardiomyopathy Were Like For MeWhen I was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy after suffering a stroke, I thought it was because I was pushing myself too hard...reactionscomments
My FH Treatment: Embracing an InjectionWhen I was diagnosed with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), it was a lot to take in. Knowing I had a genetic condition that...reactionscomments
Newly Diagnosed With Cardiovascular DiseaseReceiving a diagnosis can be shocking and very difficult to deal with. Like most people, we all have plans and goals that...reactionscomments
How My Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Diagnosis Changed My LifeDays after my sister was diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), my mother, now realizing that our family had genetic hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, took...reactions2comments
My HCM Diagnosis: Understanding the Warning SignsI was first diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) in September of 2013 at the age 14, during my first month of high...reactions5comments
Navigating Familial Hypercholesterolemia During the Holiday SeasonThe holidays are such a fun and festive time — but, let’s be real, they’re also bittersweet when you’re dealing with a...reactionscomments
How Heart Disease Changed My LifeEvery day I wake up, I realize that I’m blessed, because I have beaten everything meant to destroy me. Life is a...reactions3comments
Understanding Hypertrophic CardiomyopathyHypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a type of heart disease in which the heart muscle becomes too thick. This can make it harder...reactionscomments
How Is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Treated?Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a heart condition in which the heart muscle becomes thicker than normal. This thickening can make it harder...reactionscomments
Preparing for Surgery on Lifelong AnticoagulationI have a minor surgery coming up in a couple of weeks, and I’m going through the steps of getting ready for...reactions2comments
What Is Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)?Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a type of heart disease that affects the coronary arteries. These are arteries that supply blood to...reactionscomments
Navigating an Untreated SeasonLiving with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) has always been a journey of highs and lows, but I am currently in a season of...reactions2comments
