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Cholesterosis Cutis

Description: Cholesterosis cutis is a medical condition characterized by the abnormal deposition of cholesterol in the skin. It is often associated with high cholesterol levels in the blood and can result in yellowish, waxy plaques or nodules.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The abnormal deposition of cholesterol in the dermis, leading to the formation of yellowish, waxy plaques or nodules in the skin.

Example: Cholesterosis cutis can be a sign of an underlying lipid metabolism disorder.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A rare condition where cholesterol crystals accumulate in the skin, resulting in the development of yellowish, waxy nodules.

Example: Cholesterosis cutis can be observed in cases of long-standing hyperlipidemia.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A localized form of cholesterosis cutis, mainly affecting specific areas of the body.

Example: The patient presented with cholesterosis cutis on their eyelids and elbows.

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