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Does Beginning Of Xanthomas Indicate Possibility Of Plaque Fatty Deposits In Heart?
I am 33 years old diagnosed w underactive thyroid at22 xanthomas started.appearing on both my eyelids alsoaround age of 22. Recently found out that my biological mom had heart diseadr at a young age stintsput in 40s and open heart surgery at 53 she died at 59 . If these plaque build up are onmy eyelids that tells me gosh whats in my body as far as plaque fatty deposits. Only symptoms I have are always tired sometimes dizzy and most of all swearing even in winter my sweaters unfer the arms will be soaked w sweat. Enough where I neef to weara jacket
Yes, this puts you at a higher risk of plaque formation in heart. First step is you should get your lipid profile tested and have a very lifestyle. Restrict oily, fatty and high calorie meals. Also avoid smoking if any and regular exercises. At this time, probably you are not having significant disease but you can have it in future.
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Regards, Dr. Sagar Makode
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Does Beginning Of Xanthomas Indicate Possibility Of Plaque Fatty Deposits In Heart?
Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes, this puts you at a higher risk of plaque formation in heart. First step is you should get your lipid profile tested and have a very lifestyle. Restrict oily, fatty and high calorie meals. Also avoid smoking if any and regular exercises. At this time, probably you are not having significant disease but you can have it in future. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Sagar Makode