High Cholesterol
Also known as: Hyperlipidaemia, Dyslipidaemia
Category: CardiovascularICD-10: E78
High cholesterol means too much LDL (bad) cholesterol or triglycerides in the blood, raising the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Symptoms
- No symptoms
Causes
- Diet high in saturated fat
- Genetics
Risk factors
- Obesity
- Diabetes
- Inactivity
- Family history
Complications
- Heart attack
- Stroke
Treatment overview
Diet, exercise and statins such as atorvastatin when risk is high.
Prevention
- Limit fried and processed food
- Exercise
When to see a doctor
Get a lipid profile from age 20-25, earlier with family history.
Tests used
Medicines used
Specialists who treat it
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of High Cholesterol?
No symptoms
What causes High Cholesterol?
Diet high in saturated fat, Genetics
How is High Cholesterol treated?
Diet, exercise and statins such as atorvastatin when risk is high.
How can High Cholesterol be prevented?
Limit fried and processed food, Exercise
Medically reviewed by
Medical review pending
Last updated
9 October 2026
Sources
- World Health Organization fact sheets
- ICMR and MoHFW national guidelines
- National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC)
This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a qualified doctor. Do not start, stop or change any medicine without medical advice.