- in shades of brown or gray.
- Thickened texture , thicker than normal skin.
- Velvety or soft to the touch.
These spots usually appear in body folds, although they can appear in different areas. The most common areas include:
- The back and sides of the neck.
- The armpits.
- The inguinal region (groin).
- Under the breasts.
- Around the elbows and knees.
- The knuckles of the hands.
Unlike common dirt or dead skin cell buildup, these plaques don’t disappear with washing, exfoliation, or vigorous scrubbing . That’s precisely one of the key indicators for differentiating them from other superficial causes.
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Why does this condition occur?
The most common cause of acanthosis nigricans is insulin resistance . Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that allows cells to use glucose from the blood as a
source of energy .
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