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What causes blackish arms, and neck compared to the body?
Query: Hello doctor, My arms, neck and underarms are blackish compared to the rest of my body. Please look at my pictures and inform me the solution. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you are concerned. Looking at your photographs, I can appreciate that you have two things (attachment removed to protect patient identity). 1. Acanthosis nigricans: The darkening of the neck and underarms is due to thickening of the skin, known as ... Read Full »
What is causing hyperpigmentation on my stomach and back?
Query: Hello doctor,I have noticed a change in the color of my skin on the stomach area and back over the last 3-4 months. There is no itching or discomfort; it just appears darker. Please help.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. After reviewing the details and the images you provided (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), it seems like you may be experiencing a condition known as acanthosis nigricans. This is a skin discolo... Read Full »
How to get rid of dark spots on both cheeks near to eyes?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 59-year-old male. I have dark spots on my cheeks close to eyes on both sides identical. I would like to have medical advice on this problem which I am having for more than three years. I am currently taking Obimet SR 500, Glimisave M1, Pivasta 2 mg, Pinom 40 mg, and Clopilet 75 ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send two to three clear pictures of the affected area for better evaluation and guidance. Do you have any symptoms (itching / burning) over this area? Read Full »
I have a dark area under my armpit. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a dark area under my armpit. I do not know the exact reason. I need consultation for the same. Please help me. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Hope you are doing well. I have gone through the image (the attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) and the details provided from your end and I do understand your concern. There are noticeable flakes and areas depicting fungal infection in your under... Read Full »
Why are my inner thighs and buttocks dark with a lot of boils and blackheads?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 35 years old overweight female. I got married four months back. My inner thighs and buttocks are very dark, and I have a lot of boils and blackheads in this area. It is embarrassing, and I cannot wear swimming costumes or shorts. In addition, I have had gallstones for the past fe... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and would be happy to help. You have acanthosis nigricans more prominently, pseudoacanthosis nigricans. Acanthosis nigricans is a skin disorder with dark, thick, velvety skin in body folds and creases. The skin becomes dark, velvety, and thi... Read Full »
Does acne in hand and back with dark areas in the neck, armpit, etc., indicate acanthosis nigricans?
Query: Hi doctor, I have had back and arm acne for more than four years. These acnes come and stay and go, and after that, new acne comes. I used Moisturex cream for it. But nothing happened. Can you please recommend full treatment for this? Like body wash or soap and lotion and other specific creams. My n... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. For back acne, I would advise you to consider taking Isotretinoin 30 mg once at night (if not planning for pregnancy) and Onac SR (Sulfur and Resorcinol lotion) lotion once after bath. Do you have dark axilla or groin? Is there a dark area under the breast? Do you have ... Read Full »
How to get rid of black arms, elbows, and back?
Query: Hello doctor, I am getting black dirt accumulated on my arms, forearms, elbow, upper back (severe), lower back. I tried home remedies (Haldi + milk + honey) bath, soap changed but nothing happened, sometimes I feel irritation on my skin and dry and dirt layer can be seen and when scratch from nails... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern, I have read your brief history, and from it, it looks like you have been having Acanthosis nigricans, which is darkening or hyperpigmentation of skin folds. The various reasons for this can include obesity, use of corticosteroids for a long... Read Full »
How to get rid of dark underarms?
Query: Hello doctor,Please, I would like to know what I can do for dark underarm. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. There are several reasons for dark underarms. One of them is a condition called acanthosis nigricans which can occur on its own without any associated illnesses or can be associated with endocrine disorders, including diabetes. Sometimes a contact dermatitis from a deod... Read Full »
Please suggest medication for pigment marks on knuckles and feet.
Query: Hello doctor, My husband is 32 years old. From the last few days, there is a problem with his skin. He is having a very sensitive and oily face skin. But the rest of his body is dry. That is why he is very much prone to acne. But, nowadays there is some pigment kind of marks in his knuckles and feet... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen your query but can not find any attachments. Please get a review with pictures for better evaluation and best possible treatment of your husband's concern. Read Full »
How can dark patches on the cheeks be treated?
Query: Hello doctor, My 21-year-old cousin, whose height is 5'94" and weighs 264.55 Ibs, has dark patches on his cheeks. Photos are attached. The patient had already consulted a doctor regarding this year ago. The doctor had suggested that it might be acanthosis nigricans and suggested cholesterol evaluati... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Yes, it can be acanthosis nigricans. But does he have similar pigmentation over the nape of the neck, groin area, and armpits? His serum cholesterol levels are raised. He also is overwei... Read Full »