Xanthelasma Removal in Newcastle

What are xanthelasma?

Xanthelasma is a formation of white spots around the eye. Sometimes the spots develop into larger patches, or are more yellow in colour.

These spots are a type of plaque formed by cells which have uptaken fat from the bloodstream and deposited it at the skin. They form over the upper or lower eyelids, most often near the inner corner of the eye.

We are delighted to be able to offer this treatment with no waiting list to patients in our clinic in Gateshead Team Valley, easily accessible from Newcastle, Sunderland, Whitley Bay, Tynemouth, Blyth, Consett, Chester-le-Street, South Shields and North Shields.

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Typical Xanthelasma around the eye

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Note: For patients who would like to know exactly what happens during the procedure, this video has detailed footage of Xanthelasma Removal Surgery taking place.

Xanthelasma Removal Newcastle Treatment prices

All procedures are carried out by a Consultant Plastic Surgeon or Plastic Surgery Clinical Fellow.

Online Consultation - if you would like to book straight in	Click Here
Consultation with Nurse	FREE
Surgical Removal	from £425
Per Additional Surgical Removal	£300

Considering treatment?

We offer a free online consultation to assess your condition. Fill in a simple form and we will let you know your treatment options.

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What are my options for Xanthelasma Removal?

The primary route for Xanthelasma Removal is to have a surgical excision (removal). This is carried out by one of our Consultant Plastic Surgeons at our clinic in Gateshead Team Valley, near Newcastle and the A1.

Treatment is brief and carried out under local anaesthetic.

We can begin your Xanthelasma treatment with an Online Consultation. Our highly experienced nurses and surgeons will review your details and photos. In many cases this allows you to book straight in for your surgical procedure without needing an initial appointment.

What causes Xanthelasma?

The formation of Xanthelasma around the eye can be indicative of high blood levels of cholesterol. We would advise that patients with Xanthelasma see their GP to get your cholesterol levels checked. However there is little evidence that treatment of high cholesterol by medication, diet change or weight loss will affect Xanthelasma spots or patches that have already formed. Most patients who address an underlying cause in this way will still require surgical treatment to remove the existing plaque spots.

Xanthelasma formation can also be hereditary.

Should I be concerned about Xanthelasma?

The condition in itself is medically harmless as long as any causes identified by your GP are addressed. The spots around the eyes can look strange and so we offer Xanthelasma Removal with a free online consultation.