Once present, xanthelasma does not usually go away on its own. In fact, lesions frequently grow larger and more numerous. Xanthelasma is usually not itchy or tender. Individuals with xanthelasma are usually most concerned with their cosmetic appearance.

How do I get rid of Xanthomas?

Other treatments for xanthoma include surgical removal, laser surgery, or chemical treatment with trichloroacetic acid. Xanthoma growths can return after treatment, however, so these methods don't necessarily cure the condition. Talk to your doctor to see which treatment is right for you.

Are Xanthomas permanent?

More common in women and older individuals, xanthelasma are the most common of all xanthomas. The lesions can be soft, semisolid, or calcified, and are characterized by a tendency to be symmetric, permanent, progressive, multiple, and coalescent.