Tuberous Xanthoma in Diabetes Mellitus: A Case Report.
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2013-05
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Xanthoma is a deposition of cholesterol in the soft tissues. It is an uncommon presentation of hypercholesterolemia and/or
diabetes mellitus (DM). We are reporting a case of 60-year-old female who presented with multiple xanthomas over extensor
tendons of both hands and elbows. Her investigations revealed raised triglycerides, very high plasma cholesterol, very lowdensity
lipoprotein (VLDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels. Fasting and postprandial sugar levels were also increased.
A work-up for cardiovascular involvement was normal and biopsy from one of the nodules showed the xanthoma cells.
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Xanthomatosis, familial hypercholesterolemia, diabetes mellitus
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Jain Sonia, Jain A P. Tuberous Xanthoma in Diabetes Mellitus: A Case Report. Indian Journal of Clinical Practice. 2013 May; 23(12): 804-805.