JAKARTA– High cholesterol generally does not cause significant symptoms. However, the buildup of plaque in several parts of the body due to cholesterol can cause health complaints, including those that can be seen on the face.
Cholesterol is actually one of the substances needed by the body. Cholesterol is divided into two, namely good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein/HDL) and bad cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein/LDL).
HDL cholesterol is a type of cholesterol needed by the body. The main function of cholesterol is to prevent narrowing of blood vessels due to fat. On the other hand, LDL cholesterol is one of the main causes of narrowing of blood vessels.
A person is said to have high cholesterol when the total amount of cholesterol and LDL cholesterol in their body exceeds normal limits. High cholesterol often shows no symptoms at first, so you need to be wary of this condition.
However, in some cases, symptoms of high cholesterol can appear on the face. What are these symptoms like?
Symptoms of High Cholesterol that Appear on the Face
Xanthelasma
Xanthelasma is a yellowish spot or plaque that appears on the eyelids. Xanthelasma looks like soft lumps, or like round spots around the eyelids.
Xanthelasma is a condition that is triggered by high cholesterol. Generally, this condition attacks women aged 30-50 years.
Old man’s bow
A symptom of high cholesterol that can also appear on the face is arcus senilis. Arcus senilis, or what is also called arcus corneae, is a white ring-shaped arch that appears on the outside of the cornea of the eye. At first glance, this condition is similar to cataracts, only it does not affect the sufferer’s vision.
Arcus senilis is caused by fat deposits in the cornea. This condition is often associated with high cholesterol or triglycerides.
Lichen planus
Oral lichen planus is white patches that appear on the tongue or inside the cheeks. This condition can cause itching on the skin or in the mouth.
According to a study, oral lichen planus is caused by high levels of lipids in the body, including high cholesterol. Apart from white patches, oral lichen planus can also cause symptoms such as purple or red bumps on the face, arms, back or ankles.
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is an inflammation that causes the skin to become thick, scaly, and peel easily. Psoriasis can appear on the face, elbows, back and scalp.
Quoted from the Northwestern University page, psoriasis often appears in people who suffer from high cholesterol. However, the connection between these two conditions is currently still not known for certain.
Eruptive Xanthomatosis
Eruptive xanthomatosis is a fat-filled lump that appears on the surface of the skin. This condition is caused by cholesterol or triglyceride levels that are too high in the blood. Lumps resulting from eruptive xanthomatosis usually cause itching, redness and pain when touched. In some cases, eruptive xanthomatosis lumps can also produce fluid when pressed.
(source: detik.com)
2023-12-22 16:02:00
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