Brief Answer:
I will need some info from you.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome to Health Care Magic,

I am Dr.Muhammad Ahmad, I have read your message and will try to help you in best possible way.

I would like you to give me some more info in this regard.

Here i will ask you some questions to guide our conversation.

1) Is it increasing in intensity?

2) Do you have ANY other medical issues?

3) Any other symptoms?

4) Using any meds?

5) pigmentation in any other part of body?

6) tried any med for that?

7) Did you see any doctor for that?



Waiting for your input.

Dr.Muhammad Ahmad

M.B.B.S

Resident M.D.

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Brief Answer:
There can be a number of causes

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for writing back,

I have seen the picture and read your responses.

Pigmentation like this under or around inner arms is called acanthosis nigricans sometimes or simply darkening,

Cause 1) Dead skin cells:

Dark spots under your arms may be the result of dead skin cells that are trapped in microscopic “hills and valleys” on your skin.

What To Do About It: Exfoliate, preferably with a product containing lactic acid.


Cause #2: Antiperspirant and deodorant usage.


In theory, some ingredients in these products (perhaps the fragrance) could be reacting with the skin to cause discolouration. Practically speaking this seems unlikely but many people do claim that when they stop using APDs, the darkness goes away.

What To Do About It: Try switching brands or using a deodorant instead of an antiperspirant.




Cause #3: A medical condition called acanthosis nigricans.

This condition causes light-brown-to-black markings on the neck, under the arms, or in the groin. It can be related to insulin production or to a glandular disorder and it typically occurs in people who are overweight.


What To Do About It: Watch your diet to control insulin production and use Retin-A, 20% urea, alpha hydroxyacids, and salicylic acid prescriptions to lighten your armpits.After discussing with dermatologist





Cause #4: Hyper-pigmentation.


This condition causes your skin to produce excess melanin pigment. It doesn`t usually affect armpits, so it’s a less likely cause.

What To Do About It: Use a skin bleaching cream to destroy the excess melanin. I don’t recommend this unless you consult a dermatologist first. You can also try laser treatment to destroy the pigment.


I Hope this answers your question, if your have more queries feel free to ask, otherwise close the discussion and rate it. Wish you the best of health.



Regards,

Dr.Muhammad Ahmad.

M.B.B.S.

Resident M.D.

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