WHAT IS ACANTHOSIS NIGRICANS AND HOW CAN IT BE TREATED

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WHAT IS ACANTHOSIS NIGRICANS AND HOW CAN IT BE
TREATED
Acanthosis nigricans skin condition that is
characterized by the dark discoloration in the
folds and creases of the body. The skin that is
affected by acanthosis nigricans generally become
thick, armpits groin neck are  the most common
affected areas of the body, Areas which get
affected may also itch and have an odor.
Acanthosis nigricans are the signs of some major
serious health problems such as prediabetes. 
Most common sites of acanthosis nigricans-

• elbow
• armpit
• back of the neck
• lips
• palms
• knees
• sole of the foot
• under female breast
• groin

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Symptoms-
The main sign and symptoms of acanthosis
nigricans is the noticeable dark thickened and
velvety skin most commonly in the folds and
creases of the body, these changes in the skin
colour usually appears slowly the affected
portion may have an bad odor and itching.
Causes- 
Acanthosis nigricans has been generally
associated with
1. Insulin Resistance- most of the people having
acanthosis nigricans have also become more
resistant to insulin, that is secreted by the
pancreas and allowed the body to process sugar. 
2. Medications- certain medications that can
trigger acanthosis nigricans are
Injected supplementary insulin Nicotinic
acid Systemic glucocorticoid Thyroid
medication Protease inhibitors Estrogen Diethylsti
lbestrol Human Growth hormone
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3. Hormonal disorders-  acanthosis nigricans
often occurs to the people who have disorders
such as Ovarian cysts, adrenal glands problem or
underactive thyroids.
Other potential causes include- 

• Stomach cancer
• Adrenal gland disorder
• Pitutary gland disorder
• Genetics
• Some autoimmune disorders
• Low thyroid hormone
• Growth hormone therapy

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Prevention-

• Maintaining a proper weight
• Maintaining proper diet 
• Keeping proper eye on medicatios are some of the
  preventive tips to prevent acanthosis nigricans

Treatment-
1. Loosing weight- if the acanthosis nigricans is
caused due to obesity losing weight is the best
treatment.
2. Stopping certain medications- if the condition
is related to any other type of medications that
the patient is using it is recommended to stop
that medication or the substance and the
supplement that may increase the risk of spread.
3. Surgery- if acanthosis nigricans results due
to cancerous tumor surgical removal of the tumor
help to clear up the skin's discoloration.
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4. If you are concerned about the appearance of
your skin or if the lesions become uncomfortable
or start to smell bad, here are some of the
prescription that the doctor may suggest-

• Prescription creams to lighten or soften the
  affected areas
• Antibacterial soaps, used gently, as scrubbing
  could worsen the condition
• Topical antibiotic
• Oral acne medications
• Laser therapy to reduce the skin's thickness

Stabilizing hormones- For people with hormonal
disorders, acanthosis nigricans may resolve if
they get their condition under control using
medications, lifestyle changes, and other
treatments. Managing diabetes- People with type
2 diabetes requires medications, these people
also require regular monitoring of blood sugar
levels,also the dietary and lifestyle
modifications. Also these changes are to maintain
insulin levels once it  become stable, acanthosis
nigricans symptoms may resolve.
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