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Why is my neck so dark

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

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

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

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 is very dark. i triend various home remedies but it doesn't help me please tell me a solution.

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

I have been suffering from darkness of neck since a long time as I have consulted with doctors but no effect till let.

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Hi You seem to be suffering from Acathosis nigricans which is velvety thickening and darkening of skin mostly on neck and armpits. Obesity and endocrinal disorders are common causes. Kindly consult a ...  Read More

Hai I want to clear my neck darkness What shall I do Please suggest me one good soap It is very helpful for me

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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 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

I have developed this boil in neck area earlier it was tiny now it has become bigger what could it be anything serious please share your valuable suggestions.

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Physically consult a dermatologist to differentiate between sebaceous cyst vs Lymph node,doesn’t look like a boil ...  Read More

I have a dark black scar on my bum. Any cream for the same. It's not going . What is the medication for the same

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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 ...  Read More

I have been noticing my underarms armpit looks more darker, what treatment can be done? Any recommendation and how much treatment generally cost?

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Hello mam,darkness or hyperpigmentation of armpit caused by many reasons like due to some applications,obesity,some times due to excessive sweating,friction some drugs.So i your case first of all we h ...  Read More

Hi Doctors! There is darkness below my breast which seems very bad and my neck area has also become dark. No itching nothing . Also , my hair is getting grey very often. I think this is coz of weight gain . Pls guide

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You might be Suffering from Acanthosis Nigricans ...  Read More

This type of spots /warts/tags are there on my face and neck kindly tell me what is this and treatment Thank in advance

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Can do Electrocautery or co2 ...  Read More

Dark circle under my eye both eye then give me some idea to remove my dark circle both eyes please sie

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Apply periorbital depigmenting cream ,Photoprotection,reduce screen time ...  Read More

Like this dark spots in hand , neck etc . One dermatologist told to use biluma cream. After that also it is like this, getting darker only after using that cream i think

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Test FBS PPBS Thyroid profile, Weight reduction You may be suffering from Acanthosis Nigricans ...  Read More

My neck suddenly became dark, and it looks even darker when I turn my neck. It hasn’t gone away at all, even after a long time (around 7–8 months). I even got tests done, but everything came back normal.

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Go for thyroid profile ,CBC,LFT,USG lower abdomen with b/l ovaries ...  Read More

Can anyone explain this report My father have severe pain in neck and shoulder.MRI suggested and got this report

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

I am having dark skin around my genital mostly on inner thighs I am thinking about chemical peel with a derma but he told me that it is sensitive area So now I am exploring homeopathy doctor I want to get rid of boil marks as well as dark pigmentation in that area before October

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Can consult online. ...  Read More

Hi I got my ear pierced but it dint suit me. It got black. Darkness isn't going. Any cream for darkness

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The pigmentation needs to be evaluated and then the treatment should be started. Kindly provide pictures ...  Read More

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