I'm 24 and have small xanthelasma under both eyes should I get them removed by a dermatologist or an ophthalmologist? Will they come back after surgery, and is there a risk of scarring?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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Xanthelasma can be removed by dermatologist using laser or cautery; ophthalmologist is needed only if it's near eyelid margin‚Äîrecurrence and mild scarring are possible.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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