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My underarms are turning black day by day and I don't know what to do. I was using roll on in my underarms to fight bad smell bt it ended up turning it black.please suggest me what can be done.
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You are suffering from acanthosis nigricans causing black underarms.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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