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Black patches around neck and back
I am a 50 year old woman suffering from black patches around my neck and back as shown in the photo.My sugar level is normal, thyroid profile normal. It's been about 15 years with these patches. It is non progressive in nature, non itchy. What can I do for this? Can you suggest some ointment or medicine?
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Don't worry...you are suffering from acanthosis nigricans causing this... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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It looks to be lichenification but your medical history still needs to be ruled out for the cause.
Kindly book a direct online consultation or leave an inbox message so that your proper diet, personal history could be taken and the appropriate medicine or product prescribed.
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consult online for better evaluation
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sun protection, check BMI, check other areas where skin folds meet.
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Hello this looks like macular amyloidosis. But a confirm diagnosis can only be made after a closer physical examination and a biopsy. This is very resistant to any treatment.
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Consider a skin biopsy to confirm the diagnosis
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Regularly use Sunscreen
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Hii..
Follow some precautions
Like protect from sun exposure
Take plenty of fluids
Take healthy diet leafy vegetables vit c rich foods
Use clearz plus cream morning apply and leave
Hhlite cream at night apply for 1 hr and wash
Then apply moisturex soft and leave overnight..
U will find response don't worry
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