If you mean “5 symptoms that warn cholesterol is too high,” there’s an important catch: high cholesterol itself usually causes no symptoms. The only reliable way to know is a blood test (lipid profile).
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When cholesterol has contributed to artery disease, symptoms can occur from the resulting conditions, such as:
Chest pain or pressure — possible sign of reduced blood flow to the heart.
Shortness of breath, especially with exertion.
Pain or cramping in the legs when walking — can occur with peripheral artery disease.
Sudden weakness, numbness, trouble speaking, or vision problems — possible warning signs of a stroke.
Yellowish cholesterol deposits around the eyes or on tendons — more likely with certain inherited forms of very high cholesterol.
These symptoms do not prove that cholesterol is high. If you have chest pain or sudden stroke-like symptoms, seek emergency medical care immediately.
If you share your cholesterol results (total cholesterol, LDL, HDL and triglycerides), I can explain what they mean.
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