cholesterosis cutis Synonyms
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cholesterosis cutis Meaning
cholesterosis cutis (n)
widespread xanthomas (especially on elbows and knees); often associated with a disorder of lipid metabolism
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widespread xanthomas (especially on elbows and knees); often associated with a disorder of lipid metabolism
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Cholesterosis cutis is a rare condition characterized by the accumulation of cholesterol in the skin.
Affected individuals may develop yellowish plaques or nodules on the skin's surface due to cholesterosis cutis.
The exact cause of cholesterosis cutis is not fully understood, but it is often associated with conditions such as hyperlipidemia.
Cholesterosis cutis lesions typically appear on areas of the body with increased lipid deposition, such as the eyelids and palms.
