prostate tumors and cholesterol

[Guest guest]

This from Life Extension --

High cholesterol levels increase prostate tumor growth

A study in the April 1 2005 issue of the Journal of Clinical Investigation

finds that a high level of cholesterol in the blood

speeds the growth of prostate tumors by " altering chemical signaling

patterns " within the cells.

Sounds vague enough not to be challenged too closely.

They say this explains the studies that show a link between the two, also

linked to a Western style diet.

Studies also show a lower risk of prostate cancer in men taking drugs that

reduce cholesterol.

My question is what new risks do those drugs create. Reminds one of the

hormone treatment for post-menopausal women that went so awry.