Xanthelasma, also known as xanthoma, is a common benign lesion of the eyelid skin caused by lipid metabolism disorders. As age increases, the tumor gradually enlarges, significantly affecting facial aesthetics and potentially obscuring vision, leading to psychological burdens for patients. Currently, there are various clinical treatment methods for xanthelasma, including drug injections, surgery, cryotherapy, laser treatment, and medicinal thread moxibustion. This paper reviews the recent developments in both traditional Chinese and Western medicine treatments for xanthelasma.

Wan Wanyu, Kou Lieling. Current Status and Progress of Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine Treatments for Xanthelasma. Frontiers in Medical Science Research (2024), Vol. 6, Issue 6: 80-85. https://doi.org/10.25236/FMSR.2024.060612.

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