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.
While one person may have no problem applying the acid to his skin, another may experience severe irritation. For this reason, it is a good idea to do a patch test. Apply the chemical peel to a small area and wait 24 hours to see if you have a reaction.