Xanthelasma: Multiple lesions Skin tags Actinic keratoses Xanthelasma

Multiple lesions Skin tags Actinic keratoses Xanthelasma palpebrum Syringoma Cysts Milia Moniliform blepharosis in lipoid proteinosis (extremely rare) Special studies for eruptive xanthoma None are generally needed. Special stains to highlight lipid deposition have been described but are rarely needed. Differential diagnosis for eruptive xanthoma There are a wide range of conditions which result in the accumulation of foamy histiocytes in the dermis and may mimic eruptive xanthoma. The correct diagnosis is generally confirmed by correlating the features of the biopsy with the clinical presentation and serologic findings. Other xanthomatous ... Milia should be distinguished from other types of cyst, comedones, xanthelasma and syringomas. Colloid milia are golden coloured bumps on cheeks and temples associated with excessive exposure to sunlight. Specific skin conditions associated with diabetes mellitus are described below. Diabetic dermopathy Diabetic bullae Diabetic stiff skin Others What is diabetes mellitus? Diabetes mellitus constitutes a collection of diverse disorders associated with an increase in blood glucose concentration. Diabetes is associated with impaired carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism due to insufficient secretion of insulin or target-tissue insulin resistance. Complications of diabetes mellitus comprise ...