Xanthelasmas appear as skin lesions in the form of yellow, flat spots or plaques. They usually develop on the inner corners of all four eyelids and contain accumulated cholesterol-rich cells.
They are mainly caused by high cholesterol levels or familial hypercholesterolemia, but can also appear in individuals with normal blood cholesterol levels.
They are observed in adults, both men and women aged 40–60, but are often also found in younger individuals.
They are harmless, measuring 2–30 millimeters. They are not accompanied by pain, itching, or any other symptom.
They do not affect vision and do not transform into malignancy.
The issue xanthelasmas cause is purely aesthetic and does not indicate underlying pathology.
Check blood cholesterol levels and administer medication if they are high.
Essentially, xanthelasmas are treated in two ways:
Destruction of the plaques causes a wound and a bothersome recovery period requiring frequent wound care.
Xanthelasmas can recur in both treatment methods.