In xanthelasma, there are yellowish-brown elevated lesions on the skin of the eyelids. This image displays yellow-white elevations of the skin in a patient with early xanthelasma palpebrum. Xanthelasma are most often white-yellow or yellow-orange bumps found on the eyelids. Slightly elevated lesions of xanthelasma can occur on the middle of the eyelids. Xanthelasma is often, but not always, symmetric (appearing on both sides).
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Picture of Xanthelasma Palpebrarum: In xanthelasma, there are yellowish-brown elevated lesions on the skin of the eyelids. Divider line
In xanthelasma, there are yellowish-brown elevated lesions on the skin of the eyelids.
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Signs and Symptoms
The most common locations for xanthelasma include:
  • One or both upper eyelids, especially near the nose
  • One or both lower eyelids
Xanthelasma appears as a yellow-to-orange patch or bump. Ranging in size from 2–30 mm, xanthelasma is flat-surfaced and has distinct borders (well-defined). Once present, xanthelasma does not usually go away on its own. In fact, lesions frequently grow larger and more numerous.

Xanthelasma is usually not itchy or tender. Individuals with xanthelasma are usually most concerned with their cosmetic appearance.
Last Modified: 29 Jan 2008

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