HOMEOPATHY FOR XANTHELASMA

Xanthoma is a skin lesion caused by the accumulation of fat in macrophages in the skin. Less commonly, a xanthoma will occur in a subcutaneous layer.

Xanthelasma, also known as xanthelasma palpebrarum or xanthelasma palpebrum, is the most common form of xanthoma. It is a type of plane xanthoma usually located around the medial canthus of the upper eyelid. Upper and lower eyelids can be affected symmetrically.

Xanthelasma, starts as a small bump that enlarges slowly over several months, presents as soft, yellow-orange macules, papules, or plaques. It is associated with familial hypercholesterolemia, Type II hyperlipoproteinemia, and biliary cirrhosis. It will often occur with normal levels of circulating lipids.

HOMOEOPATHY REMEDIES

Homoeopathy today is a growing system and is being practiced all over the world. Its strength lies in its evident effectiveness as it takes a holistic approach towards the sick individual through promotion of inner balance at mental, emotional, spiritual and physical levels. When Xanthelasma is concerned there are many effective medicines are available in Homoeopathy, but the selection depends upon the individuality of the patient, considering the mental and physical symptoms.

ALLIUM SATIVUM

Adapted to fleshy persons with dyspepsia and catarrhal affections. Patients who eat a great deal more, especially meat, than they drink. The digestion is disordered by slightest irregularities in diet.  High level of cholesterol level in blood. It has vaso-dilatory properties.

BARYTA MURIATICA

Increased level of cholesterol in blood. It is specially indicated in old age. Special action on arteries. Arteries becomes rigid due to accumulation of cholesterol in arteries. Arteriosclerosis. High blood pressure. High systolic pressure with comparatively low diastolic pressure. Palpitation and distress in region of heart.

CARDUS MARIANUS

A liver remedy. Regulate fat metabolism in liver. Pain liver. Left lobe is very sensitive. Golden -colored urine. Control the cholesterol level in blood.

CHOLESTERINUM

Control cholesterol levels in blood. It is a remedy for liver cancer. Effective for gall bladder stones.

FEL TAURI

Regulate fat metabolism. Emulsifies fat. Increases the duodenal secretions, and increases the peristaltic action of intestines.

LYCOPODIUM CLAVATUM

Correct fat metabolism in liver. Liver sensitive. Flatulent abdomen, more in the evening 4-8 pm. Lycopodium patient’s lack confidence, cannot endure opposition or contradiction. They prefer hot food and hot drinks. Craving for sweet.

PULSATILLA NIGRICANS

Mild, yielding, timid, emotional, and tearing persons. High cholesterol level from eating rich foods, fat, cake, pastry, especially after pork or sausage, desserts, ice-cream. Thirstlessness, with nearly all complaints. They prefer open air.

THUJA OCCIDENTALIS

Controls lipid metabolism.