Study: Yellow spots around the eyes may signal heart attack and stroke
A new study shows that yellow fatty deposits on the eyelids and surrounding areas may be an early warning sign of deadly circulatory system diseases such as heart attack and stroke.
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Study: Yellow spots around the eyes may signal heart attack and stroke
A new study shows that yellow fatty deposits on the eyelids and surrounding areas may be an early warning sign of deadly circulatory system diseases such as heart attack and stroke.
An international study conducted by Stanford University in the USA compared data from approximately 18,000 patients with yellow plaques around their eyes due to cholesterol and fat accumulation with those of healthy individuals. The examinations revealed that individuals with spots around their eyes had about three times the risk of experiencing a heart attack, stroke, and transient ischemic attack compared to those without these lesions.
'NOT JUST A COSMETIC ISSUE, BUT AN EARLY WARNING SIGN'
Researchers highlighted that these plaques pose a risk independent of the fat levels in the blood. Experts noted that while the fat deposits on the eyelids do not directly cause heart attacks, they are a silent indicator of atherosclerosis, emphasizing that patients often see this condition merely as a cosmetic problem.
Scientists warned that individuals who notice yellow spots around their eyes should undergo early cardiovascular screening at primary health facilities in addition to consulting dermatologists, and initiate blood pressure and lifestyle checks.
