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Is there a natural way to treat skin cholesterol deposits? obviously lowering cholesterol is the key, but its the spot i'm wanting to treat.

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

There is no good way: to have these areas regress. Surgical removal could be an option but that would be a little extreme. You will have to settle for using topical cover up makeup. Obviously good medical control of your hyperlipidemia will avoid progression or development of new lesions.

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/23/2018

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A member asked:

Is there a natural way to treat skin cholesterol deposits? obviously lowering cholesterol is the key, but its the spot i'm wanting to treat.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

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