Manage Your Cholesterol for a Healthier Heart
Personalized care to lower cholesterol, reduce heart disease risk, and support long-term cardiovascular health.
Expert High Cholesterol Care in Rochester Hills, MI
Over 102 million Americans have high cholesterol, increasing their risk for heart disease and other serious health complications. At Rochester Primary Care in Rochester and Rochester Hills, Michigan, Dr. Ramkrishna Surendran, Dr. Steffanie Schwutke, and Dr. Laurie Moy provide diagnostic testing, lifestyle guidance, and medication therapies to help you manage and prevent high cholesterol. Schedule your test today online or by phone to take control of your heart health.
Cholesterol Levels and Your Health
Cholesterol is a lipid found naturally in your blood. While your body needs cholesterol to build healthy cells, too much can lead to serious health issues.
- Good cholesterol (HDL): Collects excess cholesterol and transports it to the liver for removal.
- Bad cholesterol (LDL): Can accumulate in your artery walls, causing narrowing and reduced blood flow, which increases your risk of heart disease and heart attack.
Symptoms and Risk Factors
High cholesterol typically has no noticeable symptoms. Blood tests are the only way to identify elevated cholesterol levels.
Risk factors include:
- Obesity
- Smoking
- Diabetes
- Poor diet
Routine testing during annual physicals, or more frequent monitoring if risk factors exist, helps detect and manage the condition early.
Treatment Options for High Cholesterol
Management begins with lifestyle modifications:
- Healthy diet rich in fresh foods
- At least 30 minutes of daily exercise
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Quitting smoking
If lifestyle changes aren’t sufficient, medication therapies, including statins, may be prescribed to lower LDL cholesterol. Dr. Surendran tailors treatment plans to your individual needs to reduce risk and improve heart health.
Take Action for Your Heart Health
Don’t wait to protect your cardiovascular health. Schedule your high cholesterol consultation today online or by calling our Rochester Hills office. Early detection and proper management can prevent serious complications.