Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Nape of my neck is very dark. i think it is acanthosis nigricans as i have pcos too. i am taking metformin but is there any topical medicine for it?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
NO: Acanthosis nigricans is caused by skin thickening in response to elevated levels of insulin. As the skin is lost and the Insulin levels go down the skin may return to normal.
Answered 6/25/2014
4.7k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
I have acanthosis nigricans on my face and neck. Can you tell me how to treat it .
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have acanthosis nigricans on my neck, armpits and groin. Will it go away if I lose weight and avoid sugar? I'm 6 foot 220 pounds.
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Been diagonized.Aconthrosis.Nigricans & i'm on metformin sr500 medicatn.Any other suggestion for better.Health & improving.Skin complexity.Around.Neck?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Can losing weight helps to fade Acanthosis nigricans naturally? Please give some suggestions to practice to fade this issue from neck and armpits?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
Any non-retinol based creams that might work for underarm acanthosis nigricans?(related to weight fluctuations and pcos)
What is cure for acanthosis nigricans caused due to pcos. My entire body and facial skin has darkened like a tan sort of. I'm depressed. Please help.?
Can you have Acanthosis nigricans and PCOS without insulin resistance? I used to be heavier but not overweight BMI it went away.
November - diagnosed hypothyroid put on Armour Thyroid + metformin for pcos. Increased exercise 3 days to everyday.Now clothes dont fit? please help!
Hi. My neck is darker than the rest of my body. It isn't obesity or acanthosis nigricans. Is there any way I can rid of it? I feel uncomfortable.
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
