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  • Female
  • 22 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm noticing some dark spots on the back of my neck, thighs, and waist, and my underarms have become darker too. A skin doctor once mentioned it might be related to insulin resistance. Could that be true, and what steps should I take to figure this out?

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Kojiglo cream for local application for atleast 3 weeks is advised.

Dr. Ibrahim Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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