Jakarta –
Question:
Doc, I have a 17 year old sister who is overweight (obese). Now the neck, precisely at the curve, is black.
I rubbed it while showering and it didn’t come off. How do you get rid of the black color on the skin of your neck, Doc?
Allan (male, 16 years old)
Answer:
Dark colored spots on the neck in obesity are generally caused by metabolic disorders, known as acanthosis nigricans. To treat acanthosis nigricans, there are several treatments that can be done, such as:
Healthy diet for optimal body weight
Treating metabolic disorders
Using brightening drugs or procedures such as chemical peeling, laser, microneedling under the supervision of a SpKK or SpDV doctor.
Apart from acanthosis nigricans, there are differential diagnoses such as neurodermatitis, atopic dermatitis, or other causes. To confirm the diagnosis, you should consult face to face with a doctor.
dr Tiar Marina Octyvani, SpDV
Specialist in Dermatology and Venereology
Primaya Evasari Hospital
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