Special studies for eruptive xanthoma None are generally needed. Special stains to highlight lipid deposition have been described but are rarely needed. Differential diagnosis for eruptive xanthoma There are a wide range of conditions which result in the accumulation of foamy histiocytes in the dermis and may mimic eruptive xanthoma. The correct diagnosis is generally confirmed by correlating the features of the biopsy with the clinical presentation and serologic findings. Other xanthomatous ... Multiple lesions Skin tags Actinic keratoses Xanthelasma palpebrum Syringoma Cysts Milia Moniliform blepharosis in lipoid proteinosis (extremely rare) Created 2008. Learning objectives Describe dermoscopic features of pigmented and non-pigmented non-melanocytic lesions Introduction Dermoscopy is useful to distinguish pigmented non-melanocytic lesions from benign and malignant melanocytic lesions. There are specific features that help to distinguish these. Careful observation has resulted in the description of the dermoscopy of many non-pigmented lesions as well, which may be sometimes helpful in diagnosis for an itchy rash. Dermoscopy of ... A variety of cutaneous inflammatory conditions, infections and malignancies arise and tend to be more vigorously expressed than in normal individuals. Activity How may xanthelasma be removed?
