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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]
Physical examination findings can help a physician make the diagnosis of FH. Tendon xanthomas are seen in 20-40% of individuals with FH and are pathognomonic for the condition. [9] A xanthelasma or corneal arcus may also be seen. These common signs are supportive of the diagnosis, but are non-specific findings. [9]
Touton giant cells are a type of multinucleated giant cell observed in a myriad of pathological disorders and conditions. Specifically, Touton giant cells are found in lipid-rich lesions such as those of fat necrosis, xanthoma, xanthelasma and xanthogranulomas. Touton giant cells are also referred to as xanthelasmatic cells due to the fact they ...
[19] [20] Clinically, the diagnosis of any particular skin condition is made by gathering pertinent information regarding the presenting skin lesion(s), including the location (such as arms, head, legs), symptoms (pruritus, pain), duration (acute or chronic), arrangement (solitary, generalized, annular, linear), morphology (macules, papules ...
Pseudoxanthoma elasticum (PXE) is a genetic disease that causes mineralization of elastic fibers in some tissues. The most common problems arise in the skin and eyes, and later in blood vessels in the form of premature atherosclerosis.
Famous people born on Leap Day. Leap Day babies make up a small percentage of the population, but several notable people have been born on Feb. 29 in even-numbered years. Here are a few notable names:
Verruciform xanthoma is an uncommon benign [1] lesion that has a verruciform (wart-like) appearance, but it may appear polypoid, papillomatous, or sessile. [2]: 535 The verruciform was first described by Shafer in 1971 on the oral mucosa. [3]