Most people assume they would feel something if their cholesterol were dangerously high, but that’s not how it works. High cholesterol is often called a “silent” condition because it typically has no noticeable symptoms at all. That means you could feel perfectly fine while plaque is quietly building up in your arteries. Over time, that buildup can narrow blood vessels and increase your risk of heart attack or stroke. This is why doctors stress that feeling healthy does not equal having healthy cholesterol levels. Here’s what you need to know.
