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What Causes Darkening Of Skin On Hips During Pregnancy?
I m in my final week of pregnancy and I ve noticed darkening skin on my hips and inner thighs. I am not sure when it started but it is startling considering I am African-American and it is pretty noticeable. Is this connected with my pregnancy somehow? And will it go away afterwards?
Tue, 9 Sep 2014
Hello ma'am and welcome.
Hyperpigmentation can occur during pregnancy, and only in a hand full of individuals does it not subside. Even if it does not, your doctor will be able to help you with this.
Hope this helps.
Best wishes.
Hyperpigmentation can occur during pregnancy, and only in a hand full of individuals does it not subside. Even if it does not, your doctor will be able to help you with this.
Hope this helps.
Best wishes.
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