Cholesterol Signs: When the level of cholesterol in the body increases, many types of symptoms are seen, which also includes pain in some parts. Let's know in which parts pain occurs when cholesterol increases?

High Cholesterol Signs: Cholesterol is essential for the body, but its excess amount is also very harmful for the body. Mainly due to the increase in LDL i.e. bad cholesterol, there is a risk of many problems like heart attack, blockage, stroke, etc. In such a situation, it is very important to control cholesterol. To control cholesterol, you need to pay attention to its symptoms. Let us know which parts of the body feel pain when cholesterol increases?

leg pain or cramps 

Due to increased cholesterol levels in the body, pain and cramps in the legs start to occur. Actually, due to this the blood flow decreases, so pain, heaviness or cramps can be felt in the legs while walking or while resting. In such a case, get yourself checked by a doctor once. 

chest pain or pressure 

Chest pain or feeling of pressure can be a major and serious symptom of cholesterol. Actually, cholesterol accumulation in the heart arteries causes pressure in the chest, which can cause a burning sensation or a feeling of tightness. Such symptoms can be of heart attack or coronary artery disease (CAD). 

pain in the neck, jaw, or shoulder

In case of increased cholesterol, there may be pain around the neck. Actually, when cholesterol increases, the blood flow of the whole body starts getting obstructed, due to which abnormal pain can be felt around the neck or in the jaw and shoulders, which often feels like tension or muscle pain.

Some other symptoms of high cholesterol

• When cholesterol increases, one may feel numbness, tingling or coldness in hands and feet. 
• In some cases, due to increased cholesterol, the color of the feet also appears blue. 
• Heaviness in the head or dizziness can also be a sign of cholesterol. 
• Feeling short of breath or tired while climbing stairs
• Yellowness or yellow ring appearance around the eyes, etc.

If you notice such changes in your body, consult a doctor immediately so that the condition can be prevented from becoming serious.

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