High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolaemia)

About High Cholesterol

 

Cholesterol is a fatty substance which circulates in the blood stream and is used to help build and regulate cells in the body. High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolaemia) can cause fatty deposits or plaques to build up inside your blood vessels and can also lead to narrowing of the arteries (atherosclerosis).

 

Causes of High Cholesterol

 

High Cholesterol can be inherited and run in families, this is called Familial Hypercholesterolaemia and is passed from parent to child. High Cholesterol can also lead onto other medical conditions which include Coronary Heart Disease, Stroke or Mini Stroke (TIA)

 

There are also other Factors which can contribute to High Cholesterol, it can be linked to other medical conditions such as Diabetes or Kidney Disease. Lack of exercise, poor diet and excessive drinking can also increase your cholesterol level.

 

Travel Insurance and High Cholesterol

 

If you have been diagnosed with High Cholesterol and are planning on traveling you should always declare the condition when taking out travel insurance, a lot of the time if that is the only condition it would not affect the premium but would ensure there are no gaps in your policy.

 

If you decide not to declare or cover your High Cholesterol it would mean any complications related to the condition would also not be covered for example loss of medication or other related conditions such as Coronary Heart Disease or Strokes if found to be related to Raised Cholesterol.

 

If you would like a Travel Insurance quote for Raised Cholesterol click here; Raised Cholesterol Travel Insurance

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