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Why do i have xanthlasma but my cholestrol is fine? i'm really anxious
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See below: There are many causes of lipid deposits in the skin and it may require some additional blood tests to settle the issue. You consult this site for causes of xanthomas, just ignore the fist one, i.e. cancer. You should consult your doctor for a proper investigation. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002418/
Answered 1/29/2015
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