*Statins - Side Effects "Are Worse Than Feared"

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*Statins - Side Effects "Are Worse Than Feared"

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Published by Campbell M Gold in Allopathic · Friday 08 Mar 2024 ·  5:45
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Statin Side Effects "Are Worse Than Feared".

This material, filled with sensitive and controversial content, is presented here not to influence your opinions but to ignite your academic curiosity. The information and interpretations herein do not reflect any opinion of this editor or our clients. Instead, they invite you to delve into a contentious but crucial re-evaluation.

Statins are allopathic medications that help lower LDL ("bad") cholesterol levels in the bloodstream. Conventional medicine believes that reducing LDL can decrease the risk of heart attacks and strokes, particularly in individuals with other risk factors. However, studies have indicated that the side effects of statins may be more severe than previously thought...

In the UK, Statins are prescribed for six million patients at risk of heart disease, including diabetics and angina sufferers. Although drug information leaflets warn of side effects, little interest has been shown in investigating relative risks and benefits.
 
A study from Nottingham University suggests that the side effects of Statins may be more severe than previously believed. Researchers have quantified the level of harm these cholesterol-lowering drugs pose for the first time.

The study found that some users are at greater risk of experiencing heart failure, liver dysfunction, acute kidney failure, cataracts, and muscle damage, known as "**myopathy." For some patients, the risk of these side effects is eight times higher than those not taking Statins. Specifically, the risk of myopathy, which can affect the heart and may be irreversible, is six times higher for men and three times higher for women who are taking Statins.

(**Myopathy is a general term used to describe various conditions that affect the muscles responsible for voluntary movement in the body. Individuals with myopathy often experience muscle weakness due to a breakdown in the function of muscle fibres. Cardiomyopathy is a disease that affects the myocardium (heart muscle). It can cause the heart to stiffen, enlarge, or thicken, leading to scar tissue formation. Consequently, the heart cannot effectively pump blood to the rest of the body. Over time, this can weaken the heart and eventually lead to heart failure.)

The latest Staten study in the British Medical Journal used records of more than two million patients in England and Wales aged 30 to 84. Of these patients, 225,922 were new users of various types of Statins. Their health was analysed from 2002 to 2008 to determine risk by gender, ethnicity, and other medical conditions.

The study indicated an increased risk of moderate or severe liver dysfunction, acute renal failure, mild or profound myopathy, and cataracts. The risk of myopathy for black male patients was eight times higher than for non-statin users. Additionally, myopathy risk was five times higher for women with type 1 diabetes and twice as high for women with type 2 diabetes. Moreover, higher doses of statins were associated with an increased risk of acute kidney failure, myopathy, and liver dysfunction.

Guidelines by the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology recommend Statin therapy for individuals who fall into one of four risk factor categories:

  1. Individuals diagnosed with cardiovascular disease
  2. Individuals with high levels of LDL (greater than 190 mg/dL)
  3. Individuals with diabetes between the ages of 40 and 75 who have elevated LDL levels (70 to 189 mg/dL) but haven’t been diagnosed with CVS (Diabetes can be complicated with Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS), which is a functional gastrointestinal (GI) disorder that causes sudden, repeated attacks of severe nausea and vomiting.)
  4. Individuals with elevated LDL levels (over 100 mg/dL) and increased risk of developing a heart attack in the next ten years

Common Statin Side Effects Include:

  • Abdominal cramping or pain
  • Bloating or gas
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Flushing of the skin
  • Headache
  • Muscle aches, tenderness, or weakness (myalgia)
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Rash

Also, studies have suggested that Statin use may be associated with the following:

  • Development of memory problems
  • Increased blood sugar
  • Type 2 diabetes

Other Statin Warning Signs (while taking Statins) Include:

  • Tenderness
  • Unexplained muscle pain
  • Unexplained joint pain
  • Weakness

Important - Pregnant women and persons with active or chronic liver disease should not use Statins.

Statins can also affect, and be affected by, over-the-counter or prescription drugs, herbal supplements, and vitamin supplements.

Serious Side Effects

Statins are associated with a few but potentially severe side effects:

  • Worsening Asthma and Hay Fever—A study presented at a 2011 industry meeting found that people with asthma who took Statins had more symptoms and worse lung function than patients who didn't.
  • Elevated levels of CPK, or creatine kinase - a muscle enzyme that can cause pain, mild inflammation, and muscle weakness when elevated. This condition, though uncommon, can take a long time to resolve.
  • Liver Damage - Statin use could increase the level of enzymes that signal liver inflammation. Symptoms include unusual fatigue or weakness, loss of appetite, pain in the upper abdomen, dark-coloured urine, or yellowing skin or eyes.
  • Myositis - inflammation of the muscles. The risk of muscle injury increases when certain other medications are taken with Statins. For example, if you take a combination of a Statin and a fibrate -- another cholesterol-reducing drug -- the risk of muscle damage increases significantly compared to someone who takes a Statin alone.
  • Rhabdomyolysis - extreme muscle inflammation and damage. With this condition, muscles all over the body become painful and weak. The severely damaged muscles release proteins into the blood that collect in the kidneys. The kidneys can become damaged trying to eliminate a large amount of muscle breakdown caused by Statin use. This can ultimately lead to kidney failure or even death.
 
Who's more at risk of developing Statin side effects?

Not everyone who takes statins will experience side effects; however, specific individuals may be at a higher risk than others, including:

  • Being age 80 or older
  • Being female
  • Drinking excessive alcohol
  • Having a more petite body frame
  • Having certain conditions such as hypothyroidism or neuromuscular disorders, including amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
  • Having kidney or liver disease
  • Taking multiple allopathic medications to lower cholesterol

Conclusion

A balanced diet, natural supplementation, weight management, stress management, and appropriate exercise can produce the same, if not better, results than chemical Statins without possible adverse side effects.

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