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I have a dark ring around my neck and between my breast..do to me being on a depo-provera shot i gained weight..i stoped depo-provera and feel much better..my obgyn doctor told me it was a sign of pre mature diabetes..is this true? and how can i get rid o

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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes It's prediabetes: Your OB is astute. You can get rid of the ring (we call it acanthosis nigricans) by doing three simple things. Drink 8 glasses of water a day, eat 8 fruits and vegetables a day, and walk 10,000 steps a day. (4 miles) Try tracking with a physician recommended mobile tracker with built in pedometer.

Answered 5/27/2015

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Acanthosis Nigricans: is a common benign disorder that presents with velvety, hyperpigmented plaques on the skin. A wide variety of endocrine, metabolic, genetic and malignant disorders can contribute to the development of A.N. Insulin resistance plays a key role in development of AN including Obesity DM, PCOS. Treat the underlying disorder. A Dermatologist may be able to improve the appearance.

Answered 10/23/2017

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