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Hi, i have darker skin all around the mouth... it's very embarrasing for me and i dont know why i have this and how to treat it. i hope you can help me.

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R/O diabetes: Sometimes insulin resistance and other endocrine disorders can darken your skin. Sometimes this is genetic and there are some topical drugs you can apply to the skin to correct it. Speak with your primary or dermatologist.

Answered 4/10/2020

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A member asked:

Hi, i have darker skin all around the mouth... it's very embarrasing for me and i dont know why i have this and how to treat it. i hope you can help me.

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