In many cases, the only way to detect a cholesterol ring is an eye examination. Cholesterol rings don't cause symptoms like pain or blurry vision. If your doctor notices that you have arcus, she may recommend blood testing to check your cholesterol levels.
The needle will be passed over the entire skin from 3 to 5 passes. This procedure does not hurt. After 1 pass, the anesthetic absorbs quickly. There is also no discomfort when the chemical peel is applied because of the anesthetic. You may be pink from 1 to 24 hours.
Chemical peels can cause: 1  Redness. Expect some redness of the skin after a chemical peel. 2  Color changes in the skin. Treated areas may be darker or lighter than the skin around them. 3  Crusting and scaling.  Swelling, mainly around the 1  eyes. Scarring.  Allergic reaction to the 1  chemical. Infection.