06/08/2026
The truth is high cholesterol usually doesn’t cause symptoms, unless it has already caused damage. Very rarely some people could have yellowish deposits around their eyes, tendons, or their skin. But one of the biggest myths about high cholesterol is that you feel it because most people don’t. In fact, high cholesterol is often called a silent risk factor because it can build up in your arteries for years without obvious symptoms. Knowing your numbers matters, especially if you have a family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, or other risk factors, including being southeast Asian. The goal is not to obsess over labs, but to understand your risk and make informed decisions about your health.
Have you had your cholesterol checked in the last year?
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