Skin Clues to High Cholesterol: Doctor Reveals Hidden Symptoms You Can't Ignore

• High LDL (bad) cholesterol often lacks clear symptoms, but doctors say specific skin changes can be early indicators.
• Reddish rashes, sometimes with a yellowish tint, may signal elevated cholesterol, often mistaken for allergies.
• Swollen rashes on hands, neck, or body, as noted by Dr. Aniruddha Biswas, should not be ignored.
• Small, waxy, yellowish or orange lumps around the eyes, known as 'xanthelasma', are a clear sign of excess cholesterol.
• Consult a doctor promptly for timely testing and lifestyle changes to control cholesterol and prevent risks.

Why It Matters: Don't ignore skin changes like rashes or xanthelasma; they could be hidden signs of high cholesterol.