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  • Female
  • 18 Years
  • 14/08/2025

I've had acanthosis nigricans on my neck for 11 years now and creams from doctors didn't help at all. I'm overweight but I exercise every day, and my dad has diabetes. I'm 18 and really want to get rid of this completely can plastic surgery or laser treatments cure acanthosis nigricans?

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Laser treatments like Q-switch or chemical peels help mild cases—surgery is rare; weight loss and insulin control are key.

Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

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