Q. Do pain in the left arm and chest along with low HDL levels indicate a risk of heart problems?

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I read your query and understand your concern. According to the values mentioned, the level of HDL (high-density lipoprotein) is low. The normal levels should be more than 50 mg/dL. HDL is the cholesterol your body needs to avoid heart-related diseases, and a low amount increases your chance of heart disease. It is not good to suffer from issues like high blood pressure at your age. I suggest you follow a few instructions mentioned below.

1. Lifestyle modification.
2. Consume healthy food like vegetables, nuts, fruits, whole grains, etc. This modification will help with your HDL level.
3. Exercise regularly. Thirty minutes of cardio and other strength training exercises have to be done at least three to five days a week.
4. Loose weight if you are overweight.
5. Avoid smoking and drinking if you have a habit, and reduce salt intake.

With the above suggestions, you should be able to get rid of hypertension in nearly six or more months.

I hope this has helped you.

Thank you.