Dr. Scott Walter, a board-certified dermatologist in the Denver area, is warning his 1.2 million TikTok followers to be on the lookout for acanthosis nigricans, a common condition characterized by ...
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered why the skin on your neck looks darker than the rest of your body? This is something many people notice but rarely discuss. Often mistaken for poor ...
Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is a dermatological condition marked by velvety, hyperpigmented plaques, primarily affecting intertriginous areas such as the neck, axillae, and groin. Traditionally ...
Discover the causes, symptoms, treatments, and prevention tips for Acanthosis Nigricans—a skin condition linked to insulin ...
Dark, velvety skin patches, known as acanthosis nigricans, can be an overlooked sign of high blood sugar and insulin resistance. This condition, often appearing in body folds, signals potential ...
When you think of the early warning signs of diabetes, skin problems likely aren't the first thing to come to mind. But our body’s largest organ, our skin, can actually be a very telling asset. We ...
What workup, if any, is required to classify acanthosis nigricans (AN) in a known diabetic? Is there a treatment? —Cconnie Walker, PA-C, Port Angeles, Wash. AN can occur in several settings: benign, ...
Little is known about leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) correlates in high-risk youth prone to obesity, insulin resistance, and associated morbidities. This study examined LTPA correlates among ...
A number of doctors are warning of a skin condition that could signal your diet may be too high in sugar, which can lead to type 2 diabetes. According to the 2024 National Diabetes Statistics Report, ...