A 37-year-old male asked:
my 8 year old son is light in complexion but his neck has a very dark skin. should i be worried ??
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Dr. Shitel Patel answered
14 years experience Plastic Surgery
Acanthosis Nigricans: A skin condition characterized by dark, velvety patches in body folds and creases.
Acanthosis nigricans typically occurs in people who are obese or have diabetes.
Answered on Apr 19, 2020
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