My lipid blood chemistry has significantly increased in the 15 months since I've been diagnosed and treated for ovarian cancer. Diet and exercise have not helped, however, I have not changed my moderate alcohol consumption. Zocor caused leg cramping so I stopped. My total cholesterol has gone from 210 to 450 in 15 months. I've been very healthy and very active with proper weight all my life, but in my family there is a history of high cholesterol, high BP and cardiac problems. Chemotherapy ended one year ago. I plan is to begin Crestor 5 mg and limit alcohol to 1 serving per day. Why are my blood lipids elevating? Has my liver function been effected by the chemotherapy? Could I have developed an intolerance for metabolizing alcohol and cholesterol? Is my plan regarding Crestor and limiting alcohol reasonable?
