Home Health Query Dermatology I'm noticing that my skin color is getting darker ...

Female
25 Years
20/02/2025

I'm noticing that my skin color is getting darker all over my body, and it's not just from tanning since even the normally lighter areas are turning darker too. Any ideas on what's going on?

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Dr Shubham Chauhan

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MBBS
4+ Yrs

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That could be due to acanthosis,visit dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Possible Causes: a. Hormonal changes (e.g., Addison's disease). b. Medication side effects. c. Skin conditions like acanthosis nigricans.
Immediate Actions: a. Schedule a visit with a dermatologist. b. Review any recent medications with your doctor.
Monitoring: a. Note any additional symptoms (e.g., fatigue, weight changes). b. Keep track of any new products or lifestyle changes.
Next Steps: a. Consider blood tests to rule out systemic causes. b. Follow up with a healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation.

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