I have come up with engaging content about the dark neck for you today. 

Many of us use creams only on the surface, and we often neglect our dark neck. Let me clear you when you should be cautious about your neck and number of effectively available treatments to treat your dark neck. 

Various factors can lead to darkening of the neck.    

Causes of dark neck

Acanthosis Nigricans is a skin condition caused by raised insulin levels in the body and is noticeable in diabetic and prediabetic patients. It can also be due to obesity, Cushing syndrome, PCOD and other hormonal disorders. In this condition, the skin of the neck turns dark, thick and feels velvety. It can also be seen on any different folds of the body like armpits, groin area and under the breasts region.    

  Dermatitis Neglecta is another reason for a dark neck. This condition occurs from lack of hygiene. These can be easily treated by scrubbing the area with soap and water. 

  Atopic Dermatitis is a type of eczema mainly affecting the flexures of the body. These can cause post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation further making your neck darker. 

   Lichen Planus Pigmentosus is another medical condition where face and neck can turn into greyish-black colour. 

  Drugs like Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAIDs), antimalarial, phenytoin, tetracyclines also cause dark neck.   Discolouration can appear on any other body part of the body apart from the neck.  

  Friction also causes dark neck, so avoid wearing tight collar neck and artificial jewellery. 

How do we diagnose a dark neck?   

Pre and postprandial test of Serum Insulin and blood sugar level are required if we suspect it as Acanthosis Nigricans.

  Skin Biopsy will also be suggested for other medical condition.

 How to treat your dark neck? 

Topical creams containing salicylic acid, glycolic acid, tretinoin, and hydroxy acid are used to exfoliate and reduce the darkness of the skin. As the neck skin has folded, the creams can accumulate and irritate, so it is better to apply a small amount of cream to the neck. 

We check the Body Mass Index – BMI for a dark neck person to suggest weight loss regimen if their BMI is higher. Weight reduction is significant as it may lead to other health issues like heart problems and diabetes. 

TCA 15% or 25% peel reduces the thickness of the skin in case of acanthosis nigricans.

 Some neck pigmentations are stubborn, which does not respond to creams and peels. Such a condition needs 

Q-Switch Laser treatment to provide a satisfactory cosmetic outcome.