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Xanthelasma is a sharply demarcated yellowish deposit of cholesterol underneath the skin. [1] It usually occurs on or around the eyelids ( xanthelasma palpebrarum , abbreviated XP). [ 1 ] [ 2 ] While they are neither harmful to the skin nor painful , these minor growths may be disfiguring and can be removed. [ 1 ]
A xanthelasma is a sharply demarcated yellowish collection of cholesterol underneath the skin, usually on or around the eyelids. Strictly, a xanthelasma is a distinct condition, being called a xanthoma only when becoming larger and nodular, assuming tumorous proportions. [3] Still, it is often classified simply as a subtype of xanthoma. [4]
Specifically, Touton giant cells are found in lipid rich lesions with high lipid content such as fat necrosis, xanthoma, xanthelasma and xanthogranulomas. With that being said, Touton giant cells are also referred to as Xanthelasmatic cells due to the fact they are found in lesions associated with xanthomas which are skin growths with yellow ...
Blepharophimosis forms a part of blepharophimosis, ptosis, epicanthus inversus syndrome (BPES), also called blepharophimosis syndrome, which is an autosomal dominant condition characterised by blepharophimosis, ptosis (upper eyelid drooping), epicanthus inversus (skin folds by the nasal bridge, more prominent lower than upper lid) and telecanthus (widening of the distance between the inner ...
(H02.5) Stye, an acne type infection of the sebaceous glands on or near the eyelid. (H02.6) Xanthelasma of eyelid (H03.0*) Parasitic infestation of eyelid in diseases classified elsewhere Dermatitis of eyelid due to Demodex species ( B88.0+ ) Parasitic infestation of eyelid in: leishmaniasis ( B55.-+ ) loiasis ( B74.3+ ) onchocerciasis ( B73+ )
High cholesterol levels normally do not cause any symptoms. Yellow deposits of cholesterol-rich fat may be seen in various places on the body such as around the eyelids (known as xanthelasma palpebrarum), the outer margin of the iris (known as arcus senilis corneae), and in the tendons of the hands, elbows, knees and feet, particularly the Achilles tendon (known as a tendon xanthoma).
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Although serum triglyceride levels above 1000 mg / dL can cause eye symptoms such as xanthoma, xanthelasma and arcus senilis, lipaemia retinalis is most commonly seen when the triglyceride level is above 1500 mg / dL. [7] Changes in fundus are more pronounced when triglyceride levels exceed 2,500 mg / dL. [8]