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My neck is becoming dark day by day now it us very dark i am suffering this dark neck from 5 years.is there any solution

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Greetings. This may not be an issue with cleaning of the skin, rather it may be acanthosis nigricans (AN) - which is a hormonally mediated pigmentation . you could send in pictures of your condition / ...  Read More

Have got dark circles nothing is helping! For no reason my neck has turned dark

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Evaluate for thyroid function once. It might be one reason. ...  Read More

Can you tell me how to get rid of dark neck? Could you please suggest some medicine for this...???...

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You are suffering from acanthosis nigricans causing darkness.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by di ...  Read More

Is there any alternative cream for dark neck other than aziderm cream.please suggest any cream for dark neck.

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Dark neck is more because of a condition called Acanthosis Nigricans. It's a condition which occurs mostly dude to weight gain. Medication is available to control the same but depends on the skin type ...  Read More

Hi I have recently noticed that my neck is getting darker. what may be the reason for this. will it go after some time or do I need to see a doctor for this?

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Dark neck could be due to underlying medical issues, especially if you are obese Kindly consult online with relevant photographs for specific treatment ...  Read More

Dark neck which cream should i prefer plz help me. Reply fast as i need it solution of my problem sir plz help

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This description sounds like acanthosis nigricans. This is a condition where your skin​ folds like underarms, inner thighs or groin, neck and face becomes dark. It is either genetic or due to se ...  Read More

I have a dark neck it some time looks dull and if bath is not taken it look more dark i am facing this problem from around 5 years

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You seem to be obese with a high BMI, this must have caused acanthosis nigricans. Pls see a dermatologist. You must also lose weight and concentrate on your diet. This will help in the long run. For f ...  Read More

My neck colour has been becoming too dark from few years.Tried all home remedies Please guide me doctor

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Share pics for better evaluation specific treatment available for better outcomes ...  Read More

My friend aged 22 years is suffering from the problem of dark neck kindly suggest some tubes or creams.

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Dark or dirty neck could be due to underlying hormonal issues Consult online with relevant photographs for detailed discussion ...  Read More

Kindly suggest something for whitening the neck darkness ? Suffering from this from quite some time.pls find the attached images.

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Don't worry...you are suffering from acanthosis nigricans causing this dark spots... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation fo ...  Read More

Noticed a lump in neck few days back..no pain,slight big tonsils ....it's movable any suggestions..

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The photo shows a single, smooth swelling on the side of your neck with no redness, which together with your bigger tonsils points to a reactive lymph node from a throat infection rather than anything ...  Read More

I have developed dark patches and dot dot like dark patch on both sides of my inner thighs/groin area near the private part over the past 3–4 months. They were not present before and have gradually increased in size. There is no pain or itching. The skin appears slightly flaky when scratched. Please advise what this could be.

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Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment ...  Read More

I have noticeably darker knees and elbows compared to the rest of my body. While I understand that knees are often naturally darker, the pigmentation seems more pronounced than in other people with a similar skin tone. This has been present since childhood and affects both knees.

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Will improve with medication Consult online for further management ...  Read More

I have dark circles. I have a sitting desk job of 9 hours so my screen time is approx 10-12 hours. I do get my 8-9 hours of sleep but the dark circles aren't fading. Could you please suggest an under eye cream as well something for pigmentation around mouth?

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

I have intense dark circles around my eyes and not sure what to do to get ride of it. I sleep well and I don't even have any other issues which will cause this problem, I look tired because of this darkness around my eyesight

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Yuguard undereye cream ...  Read More

I am overweight. I have dark pigmentation and skin color changes on my underarms, neck, thighs and arms. My underarms also feel slightly rough/thick. This has been present for around 4–5 years and seems to be spreading to other areas. I also get hives (urticaria) repeatedly for the last 8–9 years. Currently, I only take cetrezine for it

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-Yes it can be permanently cured with Homeopathy treatment. -Very effective medicines are there in Homeopathic. -With my treatment of 1.5 months you will get permanent relief. -Will prescribe the c ...  Read More

I am having neck pain since I had ride on a swing. Also it pains when I swallow water. Please suggest me some medicine or treatment

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Beclofen and diclogel. ...  Read More

Hello Doctor. I'm 16 years old. Over the past few months, my face has become much darker than the rest of my body, especially compared to my hands. The uneven skin tone is really affecting my confidence, and I feel like I don't look like myself anymore. My neck has only mild darkening in the skin creases, but it's not very noticeable. My main conce

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Hello, thank you for sharing the details. Facial darkening can have several causes, including tanning, hyperpigmentation or melasma, and it is difficult to differentiate accurately from these photogra ...  Read More

Pain into neck since long time kindly advise us proper treatment. Not able to sleep properly and face problem everytime.

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Consult for evaluation and management ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have uploaded my 'before' and 'after' photos here. Previously, I had a very clear, spotless, and fair complexion skin. However, a year after my marriage, my skin started darkening, and dark patches developed on my neck and forehead. The issue on my neck started after I threaded the area myself to remove unwanted hair; the skin got s

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Seems to be lichen planus pigmentosus. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

My 2 year old son had congenital unilateral hydronephrosis. And since 1 year he had darkness on neck, poor weight gain , drinks plenty of water and pee a lot . Night time also drinks so much water pee a lot . Is this any symptom of prediabetes, my son is so much active, constipated, 2 months back he went a pyeloplasty surgery, his recovery is so f

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Consult a paediatrician Weight gain doesn't look worrisome but the symptoms he us having should definitely be evaluated properly. Dont ignore and see a doctor asap ...  Read More

I am having a severe pain at the back of my neck Attaching my mri reports Kindly suggest should I wear neck collar

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Do you have any pain radiating to your arms ? Do you have any tingling numbness as well ? ...  Read More

I'm currently doing laser hair removal. And I wanted to get rid of this dark spots and pigmentation on my face and neck. The doc in the clinic where I'm doing LHR suggested Pico Laser. I wanted to be sure before doing it. Would Pico Laser help in my case? Is it safe for me? Is there anything else I need to be careful abt?

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

Can you please recommend me something for dark underarms and dark elbows They are very pigmented And also what is the best method to get rid of underarm hair which does not cause darkness

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

I don't know the doctor i got the dark black colour on the neck and the face looks dull I recently started going swimming because of water or climate change and I go for regular clean up at beauty parlour i am diabetic so I started using metformin 500 mg can you please suggest me on this I do have this problem near my private parts too

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Skin pigmentation can have various causes. I recommend you to consult outpatient evaluation with a dermatologist. ...  Read More

Horizontal line, Darkness , rough texture and small pimples only at lip corners. Candid cream + nipcare didn't work. Pls suggest treatment.

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Kindly share pictures and get consultation ...  Read More

I have dark circles and dark under arms can you suggest a remedy for the same. What might be the reason

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Kindly share photos And get online consultation ...  Read More

I have dark circles from the last 4-5 years as I was doing night shifts Now I changed my work shift but still dark circles are not gone. Please suggest a good cream for my dark circles.

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Need to share photos for better assessment and treatment ...  Read More

Please suggest an underarm cream or roll on for dark underarms. Have sensitive skin type. Have earlier used fair c cream but didn't help.

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Try under arm roller containing glycolic acid We need to rule out metabolic disorder Weight management Pcod if there, manage that ...  Read More

Boil in neck earlier it was small now it has become little big and slightly painful and warm what to do next

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Do not self medicate Get ENT Consultation for proper diagnosis ...  Read More

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