Can diabetes give you high cholesterol and vice versa?

Diabetes can cause an imbalance in HDL and LDL cholesterol levels. People with diabetes often have high LDL and low HDL levels, which can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Both diabetes and high cholesterol are components of metabolic syndrome, which increases the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

According to reports, yes, diabetes and high cholesterol can influence each other. 

Diabetes can cause chronic inflammation, which may affect lipid metabolism and lead to higher cholesterol levels.

 Poor dietary choices that contribute to diabetes, such as high sugar and unhealthy fats, can also elevate cholesterol levels.

Obesity is a common factor in both conditions, as excess body fat can lead to insulin resistance and higher cholesterol levels.

Certain medications for diabetes can impact cholesterol levels, either increasing or decreasing them depending on the drug.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports