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You are in Foot Problems > Achilles Problems > Xanthomas of the Achilles Tendon. Featured topics include: Achilles Tendonitis • Peroneal Tendon Dislocation/Dysfunction • Xanthomas of the Achilles Tendon |
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| Xanthomas of the Achilles Tendon Small lumps in the Achilles tendon are sometimes caused by high cholesterol levels, resulting in cholesterol deposits in the tendon itself. Aside from treating cholesterol itself, treatment for Xanthomas involves taking a biopsy of the lesion but leaving the nodules intact. |
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