2022年6月25日 · A xanthelasma is a harmless yellow bump on or near your eyelid skin. A type of xanthoma, or cholesterol deposit, a xanthelasma can be soft, chalky or semi-solid. Removal options range from surgery to using a chemical peel or heat or cold.

2024年2月13日 · WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of xanthelasma, yellow patches filled with cholesterol that appear on the inside of your eyelids.

Xanthelasma is a rare disorder in the general population, with a variable incidence of 0.56 to 1.5% in western developed countries. The age of onset ranges from 15 to 75, with a peak in the 4th to 5th decades of life.

2021年5月12日 · Xanthelasma are yellow growths on or near the eyelids. They can be flat or slightly raised. They form when deposits of cholesterol (lipid or fat) build up under the skin. While xanthelasma themselves are not harmful, they can be a …

2017年8月11日 · A xanthelasma is a soft, yellowish, fatty deposit that forms under your skin. It can be harmless but may signal an underlying issue with your lipid levels or be an early sign of heart...

Xanthelasmas are localized accumulation of lipid deposits on the eyelids. Lesions are typically asymptomatic and treatment is often sought for cosmetic purposes. Unfortunately, there is paucity of strong evidence in the literature for the effective treatment of normolipidemic xanthelasmas.

2024年3月1日 · Xanthelasma is a distinctive feature of PBC, frequently associated with significant hypercholesterolemia. Although xanthelasma treatment is typically not medically necessary, some patients may seek therapy for cosmetic reasons. Lowering lipid levels can be beneficial in managing this condition.

2024年9月24日 · Xanthelasmas (xanthelasma palpebrarum) are soft yellow patches that form on, near, or around the eyelids. They can appear flat or slightly elevated. 1 Xanthelasmas are not dangerous or painful but might signal a serious underlying condition, such as diabetes , thyroid dysfunction, or hyperlipidemia (excess lipids in the blood).

Xanthelasma Palpebrarum (XP) is a benign condition involving cutaneous lesions in the periocular region. It presents as a xanthoma found on the medial aspect of the eyelids. These lesions are do not typically present with functional limitations.

2022年7月28日 · A xanthelasma is a yellowish growth or swollen area that develops around or on the eyelids. Xanthelasmas develop due to a buildup of cholesterol or triglycerides under the skin. They are not dangerous, but they could indicate cardiovascular disease.