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I've developed dry darker (than my skin colour) patches mainly on the skin around my neck and chest area. It's not itchy or anything. They don't even feel to be there but I was just concerned if it's normal or anything to worry about?
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Hello dear. It could be acanthosis nigricans. It's not normal. It suggests insulin resistance. Try to loose some weight as it will help in this. There are medicines which can help
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