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What Causes Dark Pigmentation Of Skin In Genital Area?

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Posted on Thu, 7 May 2015
Question: I am a 55 year old Causcasion female. I have noticed that the skin in my genital area has turned very dark, almost black. Is this cause for concern?
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Answered by Dr. Sagar (49 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
This may be ACANTHOSIS NIGRICANS

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I appreciate your concerns.

This change in the colour in some parts of body like axilla ,nape of the neck, groin may be related to ACANTHOSIS NIGRICANS. Can you send me a photo.. so that i can confirm it.

Acanthosis nigricans is a matter of concern. My preference is to exclude this condition. Therefore I look forward to review pictures.

Regards.
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What Causes Dark Pigmentation Of Skin In Genital Area?

Brief Answer: This may be ACANTHOSIS NIGRICANS Detailed Answer: Hello, I appreciate your concerns. This change in the colour in some parts of body like axilla ,nape of the neck, groin may be related to ACANTHOSIS NIGRICANS. Can you send me a photo.. so that i can confirm it. Acanthosis nigricans is a matter of concern. My preference is to exclude this condition. Therefore I look forward to review pictures. Regards.