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What is Xanthelasma Palpebrarum?

picture of xanthomas on the eyelidsWhat is Xanthelasma Palpebrarum?

Xanthelasma Palpebrarum are the most common form of Xanthomas and are plaques that develop on the skin of the eyelids from lipid-engorged cells.  The most common form of cutaneous Xanthoma, Xanthelasma are yellowish in color and clearly demarcated.

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What Causes the Formation of Xanthelasma and Xanthomas Plaques?

What Causes the Formation of Xanthelasma and Xanthomas Plaques?

Modern medicine has yet to determine a single cause of Xanthelasma Palpebrarum.  However, Xanthelasma has been tied strongly to lipid disorders, hypercholesterolemia, and several other conditions.  Genetics also play a role.

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Can Nutrition Be Used to Fight My Plaques?

Can Nutrition Be Used to Fight My Plaques?

Yes and no.  For those individuals whose Xanthelasma formation is related to high blood lipids or a similar condition, the proper diet can slow plaque growth.  However, diet will never suffice to remove Xanthelasma from the skin’s surface.

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Can My Xanthelasma Become Cancerous?

Can My Xanthelasma Become Cancerous?

Even though the eyelids are one of the most commons places for skin cancer, the lesions that develop from Xanthelasma Palpebrarum are benign.  They are simply fat and cholesterol-engorged cells and do not become cancerous.

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Can My Xanthelasma or Xanthomas Spread?

Can My Xanthelasma or Xanthomas Spread?

In all likelihood, your Xanthelasma and Xanthomas plaques will spread.  Xanthoma planar is one of the fastest spreading.  The lesions usually begin close to the inner canthus (the inner corner where your eyelids meet) and spread outward.  As it spreads, Xanthelasma formation usually has a large degree of symmetry.

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Can My Xanthelasma Or Xanthomas plaques Become Painful?

Can My Xanthelasma Or Xanthomas plaques Become Painful?

It is rare that Xanthelasma plaques become painful on their own.  While they will spread or become more calcareous, pain is not one of the symptoms.  You can however, cause yourself pain (and potentially scarring) with improper treatment.

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Does My Xanthelasma or Xanthomas Pose Any Other Health Risks?

Does My Xanthelasma or Xanthomas Pose Any Other Health Risks?

They can be a sign for other things going on in your body. As so many Xanthelasma plaques are a result of a lipid disorder and high cholesterol, going to see your doctor is recommended to make sure there a no underlying health problems you may have.

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Once Treated, Can My Xanthelasma or Xanthomas Return?

Once Treated, Can My Xanthelasma or Xanthomas Return?

The short answer is yes.  Some outdated treatment methods such as dermabrasion even promote the return.  Not only can Xanthelasma exist in dormant stages, but lesion formation can recur once removed, especially if other factors remain the same.

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What Options Do I Have to Remove My Plaques?

What Options Do I Have to Remove My Plaques?

While Xanthelasma has been treated with success for many years now, prior solutions pale in comparison to what is available to sufferers today.  However, there is a lot of old misinformation on the Web about which removal options truly work.

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Will There Be Any Scars?

Will There Be Any Scars?

Xanthel Removal Kits provide a scar-free solution to your Xanthelasma and Xanthomas problem.

How Fast Can I Expect My Xanthelasma To Disappear?

How Fast Can I Expect My Xanthelasma To Disappear?

After the initial treatment (about 1 minute), the Xanthelasma or Xanthomas has withered and the healing process will begin.  Treat the area with a antibiotic for 1-2weeks depending on how fast you heal.  If you heal fast, you should be unaware you ever had Xanthelasma or Xanthomas.

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Is There Any Pain Associated with Treatment?

Is There Any Pain Associated with Treatment?

As long as you use our product as instructed, your treatment will be pain-free.  All of our high quality solutions come in either a cream or gel form with easy-to-follow instructions.  Follow them carefully and you’ll be pain free—and Xanthelasma and xanthomas free.

What If My Xanthelasma Comes Back?

What If My Xanthelasma Comes Back?

Don’t panic.  Xanthelasma Palpebrarum often does return.  Luckily, our Removal Kits come with enough to treat any recurrences you may have over time.  Treatment will be just as simple (and effective) as it was the first time.

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