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What type'name'cream can be use safely for under arm whitinig , i am shaving the area and became darker with time plus i am pregnanat?
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Acanthosis: That sounds like acanthosis nigricans, which is a manifestation of Insulin resistance. I would see your doctor to verify the diagnosis, treatment would be with diabetes medications that increase Insulin sensitivity.
Answered 6/25/2014
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