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Dark Neck

Skin darkening around the neck is known as a dark neck. It can occur due to hormonal disturbances, obesity, and certain medical conditions such as acanthosis nigricans and Dermatitis Neglecta. Some drugs are also responsible for dark necks, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antimalarials, and phenytoins.

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I have thick skin along with dark underarms, elbows, knees, and neck. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have thick skin and dark underarms along with dark elbows, knees, and neck.Kindly help.Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understand your concern. My advice: Consult your specialist doctor, talk to them, and take medications after their consent. Apply Glyco 6 (Glycolic acid) cream during the day for six weeks (on dark underarms, elbows, knees, and neck)...  Read Full »

Why does my neck appear dark even after undergoing chemical peeling twice?

Query: Hi doctor, I have a dark-colored neck. I did chemical peeling, but the darkness came back. I had second chemical peeling session, but my neck became very dark again after it. Please help me treat it.  Read Full »


Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have gone through the history and image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) provided from your end. It appears to be Acanthosis nigricans. Acanthosis nigricans is hyperpigmentation of the skin that may occur at multiple ...  Read Full »

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