xyanthomas

[gayle116]

is there a way to remove xyanthomas from above and below the eyes without undergoing invasive surgery. can they be removed by laser surgery.

[Cath278]

Hi. I also have xyanthomas on my upper eye lids. I have found that the size of the xyanthomas is directly related to  the levels of my blood cholesterol. The higher the cholesterol level, the larger the xyanthomas. If I stick to a low fat diet and exersise daily the xyanthomas get smaller. I tend to think of it as a cheap test! No need to go to a drs. Every inquire I have made sounds painful,unnecessary and not worth it. Hope this helps. Regards, Cath 278

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

1. check your blood cholesterol. Its often high. Sometimes if you get blood fats (lipids)  really low the skin xanthalasma get better. Removal involves "invasive" surgery.

JCH III MD