What is acanthosis nigricans?
Acanthosis Nigricans is a skin condition characterized by dark brown or black discoloration of skin folds such as the neck, armpit, groin and breast area. It occurs in association with endocrine disorders, underlying malignancy, administration of certain drugs, or as in inherited disorder.
How do members experience acanthosis nigricans?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with acanthosis nigricans*
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Top treatments taken by people for acanthosis nigricans*
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Who has acanthosis nigricans on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 5 | |
| 30s | 6 | |
| 40s | 1 | |
| 50s | 3 | |
| 60s | 0 | |
| 70+ | 1 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 9 | |
| Female | 7 |
Talk to people with acanthosis nigricans
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