High cholesterol: a dangerous symptom called by scientists

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External signs of high cholesterol are usually difficult to detect, as this the disease is unmistakably diagnosed only with the help of a blood test. But scientists have named a symptom in a person's eyes that may indicate the need to change diet or lifestyle.

High cholesterol is an extremely common phenomenon, it leads to blockage of blood vessels with fatty deposits, which increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. If not diagnosed in time, high cholesterol can lead to dangerous consequences and even death.

According to a study by the State University of New York, cholesterol can lead to the formation of plaques in the eye that block blood flow in the eyeball. . This can lead to vision problems in patients and even blindness if the plaque build-up is not stopped. A person can go blind within hours if the eye does not receive enough oxygen from the blood, the scientists note.

“One of the most serious and potentially blinding signs is a plaque inside one of the small arteries of the eye, known as Hollenhorst's plaque,” the researchers said in a statement. It is noted that the appearance of such plaques directly depends on the level of cholesterol in the blood, and if it occurs, it is necessary to immediately consult a specialist.