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Dark line around neck
My neck is getting dark and marking as a dark line around neck...can anyone please suggest medication for dark neck
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Dark lines around the neck are commonly seen due to friction, sun exposure, obesity or insulin resistance (acanthosis). It is important to rule out underlying metabolic causes if pigmentation is thick and persistent.
For now, maintain proper hygiene, avoid tight collars, apply sunscreen, and gently use aloe vera gel at night.
If darkness is increasing or associated with weight gain, proper evaluation is needed. You may visit our clinic for detailed assessment and personalised treatment.
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Hi there young lady
What you describe could well be a condition we allude to as Acanthosis Nigricans.
Genetics, Obesity, Hormonal factors all play a role in this if so.
More detailed history will need to be taken together with some clear digital pics of the region.
This may extend to armpits, groin etc.
So pics of these areas too could be attached 📥 for discretion purposes.
Suggest an Online Consultation for privacy and further discussion and to chalk out a clear action plan tailored for you.
An INSTANT ONLINE Consultation on this App may be a good option for a speedy resolution 🙏
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Need to take a detailed history .it could be acanthosis nigricans or some sort of hyperpigmentation
Kindly send good photos in clear lightings
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don't apply any over the counter medications .
feel free to consult
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Is it only over neck? Or also in armpits? Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting
Also detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment
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Feel free to connect via INSTANT ONLINE CONSULT
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello, you can do online consultation with Doctor. Need to take detailed history for proper evaluation. Please share photos of the concerned areas. Will prescribe medication accordingly
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Dr. Twinkle Patel
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Valsad
Share photographs and consult online
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Share pics for better evaluation
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Chennai
Undergo glutathione therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos.
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly consult online with detailed history.
Specific medication will treat your concern.
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
7 yrs exp
Lucknow
Need to see the severity of condition
Consult online with photos for proper evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
It could be acanthosis nigricans due to insulin resistance which occurs due to weight gain, pre-diabetic or diabetic or lipid irregularities. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management
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