Xanthomas are firm, raised waxy-appearing papules (bumps) which may
occur on the trunk, arms, and legs. The lesions may be
skin-colored, pink or even yellow. The presence of this type of
skin lesion may be associated with abnormal
levels of lipids (fats) in the blood.
Review Date: 04/16/2007
Reviewed By: Michael S. Lehrer, MD, Department of Dermatology, University of
Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by
VeriMed Healthcare Network.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
