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How Can I Change Skin Tone In Under Arm And Upper Thighs?

Hi,am nimo -my skin tone is terrible,especially in the under arm n the upper thighs,any thing i can do to change that? -I had a lump a few monthas ago in my right breast n it was taken out then a few more months later another one developed right under my jaw,is this something i should be worried about,plus i get dizzy sometimes n lose appetite n constipate
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hi nimo..
Skin of under arms /inner thighs darken frequently due to a condition called acanthosis nigricans. This is frequently associated with obesity/ thyroid abnormalities/family histories.The first treatment of this is to reduce weight.However, since you are complaining of dizziness/loss of appetite/lumps ,it is mandatory to do a blood work done before you start weight reduction.Only lightening creams will not help it lighten. Once you know that everything is fine ,you can start taking chemical peels for lightening of the areas,apply creams with kojic acid for few weeks. Do not use any depilatory creams/agents/ deodorants in the underarm areas at all!
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How Can I Change Skin Tone In Under Arm And Upper Thighs?

hi nimo.. Skin of under arms /inner thighs darken frequently due to a condition called acanthosis nigricans. This is frequently associated with obesity/ thyroid abnormalities/family histories.The first treatment of this is to reduce weight.However, since you are complaining of dizziness/loss of appetite/lumps ,it is mandatory to do a blood work done before you start weight reduction.Only lightening creams will not help it lighten. Once you know that everything is fine ,you can start taking chemical peels for lightening of the areas,apply creams with kojic acid for few weeks. Do not use any depilatory creams/agents/ deodorants in the underarm areas at all!