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	You are in Foot Problems > Achilles Problems > Peroneal Tendon Dislocation/Dysfunction Achilles Tendonitis  •  Peroneal Tendon Dislocation/Dysfunction  •  Xanthomas of the Achilles Tendon Achilles Problems - 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. Copyright ©2012 Officite The height of arches and the shape of the toes vary from person to person. It is the deviation from normal arches and toe position that lead to foot problems.