Suggest Treatment For Acanthosis Nigricans

Posted on Mon, 6 Jul 2015

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Question : Hi,

I have a problem of dark velvety ring around neck and under arms. I want to get rid of this problem.

From 27th March'15 i am using Kojivit cream , as prescribed by Dr. XXXXXXX XXXXXXX on Health Care Magic and i am not seeing any improvement.

Please Help.

Regards,
XXXX

My Height is 5'3" and weight is 57.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Acanthosis nigricans

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query.
Probably you have developed acanthosis nigricans.
Can you please upload a photograph of the involved area, this will help me in giving you a closer diagnosis and better line of management.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (19 minutes later)

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (24 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Acanthosis nigricans

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the photograph.
It is acanthosis nigricans an autoimmune disorder.
Only kojivit won't help you.
I treat such cases with oral chromium tablets and have seen good response in 3 months.
You can try this in consultation with your doctor.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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