Chest Pain or Angina: High cholesterol can lead to the formation of plaques in the arteries (atherosclerosis), which can narrow or block blood flow to the heart. This can cause chest pain or discomfort known as angina, especially during physical activity or times of stress.
Shortness of Breath: Reduced blood flow to the heart due to plaque buildup can lead to reduced oxygen supply to the heart muscle, resulting in shortness of breath, especially during exertion.
Leg Pain: If plaque buildup occurs in the arteries supplying blood to the legs (peripheral artery disease), it can cause leg pain, cramping, numbness, or weakness, particularly during physical activity or while walking.
Yellowish Deposits Around Eyes or Skin: High levels of cholesterol can sometimes lead to the formation of yellowish deposits of cholesterol under the skin, typically around the eyes (xanthelasma) or other parts of the body. These deposits may indicate elevated cholesterol levels.
Tingling or Numbness in Extremities: Reduced blood flow due to plaque buildup in the arteries can cause tingling, numbness, or weakness in the arms, legs, hands, or feet.
Frequent Headaches: High cholesterol levels may contribute to the development of atherosclerosis in the blood vessels leading to the brain, which can increase the risk of stroke and cause frequent headaches, especially in the temples.
Gallstones: High cholesterol levels can lead to the formation of gallstones, which are hard deposits that form in the gallbladder. Gallstones can cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and other digestive symptoms.
Yellowish Skin or Eyes (Jaundice): In rare cases, extremely high cholesterol levels can lead to a condition called hyperlipidemic xanthomatosis, characterized by yellowish discoloration of the skin and eyes (jaundice).
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