Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a genetic condition that affects how the body regulates cholesterol. People with FH have inherited changes that result in increased levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, also known as bad cholesterol.

Key points about FH
- LDL Cholesterol Levels: Normal LDL cholesterol Show Full Answer

Familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a genetic condition that affects how the body regulates cholesterol. People with FH have inherited changes that result in increased levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, also known as bad cholesterol.

Key points about FH:
- LDL Cholesterol Levels: Normal LDL cholesterol levels are less than 100 milligrams per deciliter. People with FH often have LDL levels over 190 milligrams per deciliter.
- Risks: High LDL levels can lead to atherosclerosis, where cholesterol builds up in the arteries, potentially causing heart attacks or strokes.
- Treatment: Diet and lifestyle changes are usually not enough to lower cholesterol in people with FH. Diagnosing and treating FH can reduce the risk of heart attack and other coronary heart diseases by 80 percent.

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