Patient's question:
A 59-year-old male without obesity and no history of various chronic diseases, no family history of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, coronary heart disease, diabetes, etc. Six months ago, his blood lipid test showed high levels (mild), with triglycerides at 2.5, now at 10.1. Past treatment history and effectiveness: Not treated. What kind of help is needed: How about medication? Can the lipid-lowering medication be stopped after the blood lipids return to normal?Doctor's answer:
High blood lipids do not have a clear cause and are related to factors such as intergenerational inheritance and unhealthy lifestyles. Elevated triglycerides are primarily related to diet. Currently, medication is required for treatment, using lipid-lowering drugs like Lipanthyl. During medication, it is important to monitor liver function data. Maintain a light diet, avoid excessive greasiness, engage in appropriate physical activity, and quit smoking and drinking. Once blood lipids return to normal, medication can be discontinued. However, if dietary and activity control is poor, it may indicate a relationship with the body's catabolic metabolism, and long-term medication use is not ruled out.