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I am 62 year old indian woman. over last 4/5 months my neck and facial skin has started darkening?

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Do you have Diabetes: Diabetes commonly causes acanthosis nigricans, which is darkening of skin usually in body folds. Other causes include genetics, obesity, hypothyroidism, and some other conditions. I would follow up with your doctor to figure out the cause. Best of luck!

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2014

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