A darkly pigmented warty skin change, usually occurring around the neck and axilla. It may be inherited but can also develop when a person gets a cancer called adenocarcinoma — usually of the stomach — or certain hormonal disorders such as polycystic ovary syndrome, Addison’s disease and Cushing’s syndrome.
A skin disorder in which dark brown or gray velvety plagues appear on the skin, typically under the arms, in the groin or upper thighs, on the neck, or near the genitalia. They usually appear in patients with relative insulin excess, such as adults with obesity, type 2 diabetes mellitus, or polycystic ovaries. The condition may rarely be associated with internal malignancy.
It refers to a condition characterized by the dark brownish or blackish pigmentation of the skin, often associated with being overweight and elevated levels of insulin in the bloodstream. Acanthosis nigricans is commonly observed in areas such as the groin, armpits, and the back of the neck.
A rare and incurable condition characterized by the presence of darkened thickened patches of skin in areas such as the groin, armpits, neck, and other skin folds is known as acanthosis nigricans. This condition can manifest in young individuals either as a genetic disorder or as a consequence of an endocrine disorder like Cushing’s syndrome. Additionally, acanthosis nigricans can occur in individuals with carcinomas (cancerous tumors) affecting the lungs and other organs.
Pseudoacanthosis nigricans is a significantly more prevalent condition typically observed in individuals with dark skin tones who are overweight. In this particular form, the skin in folded areas becomes both thicker and darker in comparison to the surrounding skin, often accompanied by excessive sweating in the affected regions. Pseudoacanthosis nigricans may show signs of improvement with weight loss.
A skin condition characterized by the emergence of pigmented, wart-like growths, particularly in areas like the armpits, breasts, genital regions, mouth, and anus. If the condition manifests after middle age, it is frequently linked to intestinal cancer. When appearing before middle age, it may be connected to diabetes or hormonal gland issues.