What is cholesterol?
Cholesterol is a blood fat which plays a vital role in how all of our cells work. It's also needed to make Vitamin D, hormones which keep your bones strong, and helps with digestion.
Find out about cholesterol
Some people will need treatments to manage their cholesterol
There are different types of medicines and treatments available to help you manage the amount of cholesterol and other fats in your blood.
Statins are the most widely used medicine, but there are other types too. They all tend to work best when you eat well and keep active.
You might be referred to a lipid clinic where experts in blood fats can find the best treatment for you.
There are many different conditions related to high cholesterol and blood fats
Familial Hypercholesterolaemia (FH) is one of the most common inherited conditions
FH is an inherited condition which means that it’s passed through your family. It’s caused by a problem with one or more of your genes.
FH can affect the whole family
FH is an inherited condition, which means that parents can pass the gene on to their children. It’s natural to feel worried and have lots of questions and we have lots of information on how to live a healthy life.
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Being a parent
You may have questions about what FH means for your children. We look at getting a test, healthy living and other treatments.
Children and young people with FH
Living with FH means you can still be fit and healthy. We have lots of tips and information on keeping active and healthy eating.