"I have high cholesterol, do I need to take statins?" is a question that patients often ask their doctors. The answer is complex, so let’s explore it in detail.
Moderate and severe obstructive sleep apnea is associated with elevated blood clotting markers, according to a study published in JAMA Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery.
Until now, it was widely believed that old age is the primary factor for the decrease in elasticity of blood vessels and buildup of cholesterol. However, this thinking is changing. Your blood vessels can be much older than you are, which comes with consequences.