While high cholesterol is notoriously asymptomatic, Britons are being urged to scan their bodies for physical signs of the ...

Wondering if you have xanthelasma or xanthoma? Read ahead to know the difference, what they mean for your health, and how to treat them, with expert tips.

WebMD explains the causes, symptoms, and treatment of xanthelasma, yellow patches filled with cholesterol that appear on the inside of your eyelids.

High cholesterol is a bigger issue than you may know, and very often there are no visible signs of it. Knowing a few visible ...

Xanthelasma palpebrarum, characterized by yellowish plaques on the eyelids, is not associated with increased rates of dyslipidemia or cardiovascular disease. Researchers conducted a case-control ...

Xanthelasma — particularly xanthelasma palpebrarum — can be caused by high cholesterol, diabetes or thyroid issues. The case study authors did not provide information about the man’s outcome ...

Xanthelasma result from fatty deposits that build up around your eye. It can occur in people of all ages, but most often occurs in middle-aged and older adults.

If you have an eyelid bump, it might be a stye, chalazion, xanthelasma, or milia. Learn more about the causes, symptoms, treatment, outlook, and prevention of different types of eyelid bumps.

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 disease. If ...

November 23, 2010 (Chicago, Illinois) — Xanthelasma, a yellowish collection of fatty cholesterol around the eyelids, is associated with a significant risk of ischemic heart disease and MI, even ...

Yellowish or flesh-colored bumps called xanthelasma around the eyes can signal high cholesterol and increased cardiovascular risk. These deposits are linked to heart disease, emphasizing the need ...