What causes low high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C)?
Disease description:
I went for a physical examination this week, and my doctor told me that my high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) level is low. I would like to ask the doctor: What causes low HDL cholesterol?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Xing Jian
Hello, healthy individuals have two types of lipoproteins in their bodies: high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL). Elevated HDL levels are beneficial. Conversely, low HDL cholesterol levels may be observed in patients with coronary heart disease, cirrhosis, hyperlipidemia, diabetes mellitus, and renal insufficiency. We hope the above information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and healthy life!
