ITV Dr Amir shares high cholesterol sign that can show on face

ITV Dr Amir shares high cholesterol sign that can show on face High cholesterol can be caused by too many fatty foods, smoking, and alcohol ITV doctor Amir Khan has revealed to Lorraine viewers how people could potentially identify high cholesterol simply by examining their face in the mirror. Dr Khan, a full-time GP, bestselling author and familiar television personality, often host Lorraine Kelly on her self-titled daytime show. And in a previous appearance, appearing via video link from his practice, Dr Khan explained: "The face can tell you a lot about your health actually, so we'll start with the eyes. If you've noticed new white or yellowish lumps around your eyelid, particularly kind of [he gestured towards the eyebrows] around that bony part there, that could be a sign of raised cholesterol." According to the NHS, high cholesterol is predominantly caused by consuming fatty foods, being overweight, smoking, drinking alcohol, and insufficient exercise. It can also be hereditary. Excessive cholesterol can clog your blood vessels, significantly increasing your risk of heart problems or a stroke. The positive news is that most people can reduce their cholesterol levels through healthier lifestyle choices, although some individuals may additionally require medication. There are further medical conditions that can manifest as facial symptoms, as Dr Khan went on to explain to Lorraine viewers: "If you've noticed your eyelids are droopy, either one or both of them, that could be harmless. It could be normal for you, but if it's new and persistent, get it checked. It could be a problem with the brain, the nerve, or the muscles of the eyes." He went on to say: "Moving down to the chin area, if you have excess hair [here] that could be a sign of polycystic ovarian syndrome. That's where you get a hormonal imbalance, raised testosterone." Finally, the doctor revealed how a distinctive symptom of the autoimmune disease lupus can show up on the face, noting that a red "butterfly-shape" rash beneath the eyes frequently appears in those living with the condition. Dr Khan added that, with lupus, a person's immune system attacks itself.