In article >, "Dimitri"
> wrote:

> "Katra" > wrote in message
> ...


> > Personally, I'd try diet and EXERCISE (get off your fat ass and go to
> > the gym) before trying statins!
>
> Your choice.


No. Statins are prescription drugs, and it is the choice of the doctor.
My HMO is very clear. They ask the patients to try exercise and diet
first, and then have another test after 3 months. If it still is too
high, then they will prescribe medication.


Of course, every patient is different, not to mention every doctor.

--
Dan Abel
Sonoma State University
AIS