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Dark skin in neck..

2020-05-06 12:56:21
I have pcos and thyroid problem past 8 years.. after gaining my weight, my neck and under arm skin changed to dark colour.. already I tried many home remedies like lemon sugar tomato and baking soda.. all the procedure was failure.. kindly suggest the solution
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Don't worry...you are suffering from  acanthosis nigricans causing darkness.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.

Answered2020-05-06 16:09:20

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You have acanthosis nigricans. Its usually associated with all medical conditions that you have like pcos, thyroid, weight gain. You need to take PCOS and thyroid treatment properly.
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take online consultation for the same
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lose weight high protein diet avoid refined sugar, processed food. daily exercise

Answered2020-05-06 14:34:28

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Acanthosis. Maintain your weight. The home remedies you have used isn’t appropriate. Shall guide on more specific remedies. Safe and effective treatment for lightening shall be prescribed. Consult me now on practo pro

Answered2020-05-06 14:05:55

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What you are describing is Acanthosis nigricans It is commonly seen with PCOS, diabetes etc. The home remedies you are trying won't change the dark areas. You need to consult and get yourself evaluated for proper management. Please consult with me online to get further steps.
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You may focus on weight management for now

Answered2020-05-06 13:54:56

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These things wont help, control body weight, pcos ,thyroid. Acanthosis nigricans creams wl help

Answered2020-05-06 13:50:43

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This is acanthosis nigricans which is seen in patients with weight gain.weight reduction with medications can help lightening the pigmentation.consult me online for further treatment

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