xanthoma

1. A tumor that is made up of fatty foam cells.
2. A benign yellow lesion under the skin which is caused by abnormal lipid deposits. Xanthomas are usually associated with conditions such as hyperlipidemia, diabetes, and liver problems.

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Xan*tho"ma (?), n. [NL. See Xantho-, and -oma.] (Med.)

A skin disease marked by the development or irregular yellowish patches upon the skin, especially upon the eyelids; -- called also xanthelasma.

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