If you are suffering from xanthomas, then it is most probably due to high levels of blood cholesterol. Xanthomas are lesions that form on the skin due to collection of fat in the immune cells present in the skin. So, knowing this fact, it is important to reduce the fat levels in your blood stream, and this can be done by getting the cholesterol levels under control.

You can reduce your blood cholesterol levels by making changes to your diet. Refrain from eating food that is high on saturated fats and trans fats. Also, avoid eating meats and dairy products. In addition, you should do regular exercise and concentrate on reducing your weight.

At times, doctors may prescribe drugs to reduce the levels of lipids in your blood stream to combat xanthomas. Once you start taking the medication, you will notice that in some people the xanthomas disappear in a couple weeks, while in others it may take months or even years to disappear.

Removal of xanthomas can also be done via surgery or through laser treatments. There are many different types of laser treatments that are highly effective in removing xanthomas. They serve a dual purpose -- removal of xanthomas and enhancing the texture of the skin. When it comes to surgically removing xanthomas, it must be said that there are possibilities that the lesions might reappear even after they are removed.

Therefore, when you are seeking removal of xanthomas, it is best to consult your doctor and choose a removal procedure that is ideal for your body and skin type.

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