Xanthomas
Xanthomas are an accumulation of fat that usually deposits in a person’s skin. It usually appears as a yellowish mass of skin or growths that can be as large as a grape.
While xanthomas can be caused by a number of conditions such as coronary heart disease or pancreatitis, having high cholesterol levels can also cause xanthomas.
For the most part, xanthomas are harmless. However, it can be indicative of an underlying health problem, so it would be a good idea to get it checked as soon as possible.
Dizziness
Dizziness, along with lightheadedness are not directly symptoms of high cholesterol. However, they are both symptoms of complications that result from having high cholesterol levels.
These symptoms are mostly caused by having high blood pressure, but can also be a symptom of heart disease and atherosclerosis.
If you experience any of these symptoms, be sure to talk to your doctor immediately. This is because having high blood pressure and cardiovascular problems usually come with having high cholesterol levels in the blood.
Experiencing any of these symptoms should be a red flag that lets you know you need to do something about it.
Learn more about cholesterol, here.
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