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Acanthosis nigricans are dangerous?

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Dr. Joseph Mathews answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Endocrinology

Acnathosis Nigricans: Is a skin condition characterized by areas of dark, velvety discoloration in body folds and creases. It typically is a sign of another disorder such as diabetes , obesity with Insulin resistance, hypothyroidism or adrenal insufficiency. However, it can also be a sign of stomach or liver cancer.

Answered 3/21/2018

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