Tell your doctor if you have a family history of cardiovascular disease. If your Xanthelasma is caused by an underlying lipid condition, treating it may prevent further cholesterol deposits. Your doctor may prescribe a lipid-lowering medication to treat your condition.
Your eye may look bruised and swollen for several weeks after the operation. It is also advisable to meet with a plastic surgeon that specializes in facial surgery for this procedure. They can minimize scar damage, which many people prefer for facial surgery.
A local anesthetic will be applied to the area before the procedure. Swelling may occur after surgery but should subside within 3-7 days. In some cases, pigment changes and light scarring may occur.
A local anesthetic will be applied to the area before the procedure. A week or 2 after the procedure, the skin that was treated should slough off completely, leaving behind healthy skin.
No local anesthesia is required for cryotherapy procedures. Blistering and pain may occur after the procedure.
Eat more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, which are low in fat and cholesterol. Avoid unhealthy, fatty foods like butter, cheese, cream, meats, and rich desserts. Consume foods rich in healthy fats, such as fish, nuts, seeds, and vegetable oils. Eat foods that are rich with soluble fiber, like lentils, oats, barley, wholegrain rice, and citrus fruits.
Exercise could include walking, jogging, biking, swimming, rollerblading, dancing, and aerobic workouts. If your schedule is busy, you can divide your exercise time into 10-15 minute intervals to get the same results.
