How to treat dark patches in underarms and groin?

Question

Hello doctor,

My height is 5'97" and my weight is 191.80 Ibs. I am a fair-skinned person. I have dark skin patches on my elbows, neck, underarms, groin area, and on the buttocks. I have been aware of this condition for the last six years. I was thinking there was nothing serious. I also have dark circles under my eyes and some unusual pigmentation on my face with acne. Tests for diabetes were negative, and the insulin test was normal too. My father also suffers from the same condition. Kindly advise me as to what should I do.

Answer 1

Hi,

I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.

I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

Your concern is that of pseudo acanthosis nigricans. This may be due to any of the following reasons:

Hereditary.
Obesity.
Hypothyroidism.
Insulin resistance.
Psychiatric medications.
Asthma or steroid medication.
Idiopathic conditions.

There is nothing serious.

Thank you for consulting me.

You can always reach me at icliniq.com.

Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

There is treatment available for pseudo acanthosis nigricans. I suggest you do the following:

I suggest you try Canthex Capsule (Alpha lipoic acid, Biotin, Calcium Pantothenate, and Zinc Sulphate) twice daily after food for three months along with Grazia UP Cream (Hydroquinone, Mometasone Topical, and Tretinoin Topical) twice daily in the affected areas. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her and take the medicines with their consent.
You can plan for Pixel laser sessions as well.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.