What is the best method of removing Xanthomas from my lower eyelids as an alternative to TCA? (Photo)

April 9, 2016
Asked By:mandee9090 in Canada, CA

What is the best method of removing Xanthomas? I've seen two doctors and each suggest a different treatment. Surgical removal and TCA. I have high cholesterol, which I take medication for. With surgical removal I was told there is a chance it will change the shape of my eye. With TCA I was told it only has a 90% chance of removing them and I would need more than one treatment. I've had these for approx 2 years and they have changed in the last year or so.

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April 12, 2016

Answer: Xanthoma Treatment of Lower Eyelid -- Excision, Ablative Laser

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Answer: Xanthoma Treatment of Lower Eyelid -- Excision, Ablative Laser

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April 11, 2016

Answer: Electrocautery Works Well To Shrink Unsightly Xanthelasmas Around The Eyes

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April 11, 2016

Answer: Electrocautery Works Well To Shrink Unsightly Xanthelasmas Around The Eyes

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April 11, 2016

Answer: Xanthomas

April 11, 2016

Answer: Xanthomas

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April 18, 2016

Answer: Lasers, or excision.

April 18, 2016

Answer: Lasers, or excision.