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Maryam Batool
Maryam Batoolalmost 4 years ago
Acanthosis Nigricans

Acanthosis Nigricans

It is a condition in which there is darkening of skin in the body folds and creases. Some of the causes of acanthosis nigricans are obesity,type 2 diabetes, Cushing's syndrome and PCOS.

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almost 4 years ago

Treatment?

almost 4 years ago

There is no specific treatment  for acanthosis nigricans. Management is based primarily to improve cosmetic appearance and include topical retinoids, dermabrasion and laser treatment.

almost 4 years ago

Is that the elephant disease in India?

almost 4 years ago

No

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