Ask the doctors. I am 80 years old and have always been healthy, other than some high blood pressure. During a routine check-up, my family doctor discovered that my cholesterol level was elevated, and started me on medication. What is the point of taking cholesterol medications at my age?
D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000924:Anticholesteremic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D002318:Cardiovascular Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D006937:Hypercholesterolemia / Q000188:drug therapy*
D000924:Anticholesteremic Agents