Xanthomatosis Cranial

Xanthomas in a child are areas of skin that lack fatty and pigmentary substances. As a result, they acquire a bright color - yellow, orange or red. When compared with surrounding tissues, xanthoma generally has an increased size, shape and color. The rash is often accompanied by pain and itching.

In medicine, there are several types of xanthomas. Among them are subcutaneous xanthoma, which is located under the skin, and soft (flat) xanthoma, which affects the area just above the knee in children from 3 to 5 years old or on the fingers or toes. But the most common xanthoma in young patients is cranial xanthoma. It is usually present on the face and has increased itching. In addition, patients may experience headaches and high blood pressure. This condition is called Weil-Christian syndrome.