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What is the primary mechanism by which statin medications reduce cholesterol levels?
Inhibiting cholesterol production by the liver
What is the main source of cholesterol in the body?
Internal production in the liver
Who are the individuals most at risk of life-threatening damage due to high cholesterol levels?
Patients with coronary artery disease, stroke patients, diabetics, high blood pressure patients, and patients with kidney weakness
What is a potential concern associated with taking cholesterol-lowering medications?
Development of diabetes in individuals previously free of the disease
Test your knowledge about statin medications and their role in reducing cholesterol levels in the body. Explore the history, mechanism of action, and significance of statins in managing high cholesterol.
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