Acanthosis Nigricans Treatment- How to Get Rid of Black Neck?
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Acanthosis Nigricans Treatment- How to Get Rid of Black Neck?

Feb 25, 2023

Acanthosis Nigricans Treatment- How to Get Rid of Black Neck

Usually, the neck remains deprived of proper skin care. As a result, it darkens with time and exposure to external elements like the sun, pollution, etc. Generally, most people, especially those with very hectic lives and less time for skin care, don’t realize it until someone else highlights it. And then, they feel embarrassed! A dark neck is surely an annoying sight. But it cannot lighten automatically. Neck black removal demands persistent efforts. So, here’s more about how to remove a black neck.

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Causes of Dark Neck

Acanthosis Nigricans Symptoms

Acanthosis Nigricans Causes

Acanthosis Nigricans Treatment at Home

Causes of Dark Neck

A black neck is the result of various reasons. Some of them include the following.

  • Dermatitis Neglecta: It results from improper washing of skin and leads to changes in skin color. You can usually treat it by scrubbing the affected area with soap, alcohol, or water and avoid it through personal hygiene and scrubbing AOT 
  • Skin Pigmentation Due to Skin: Skin can darken due to drugs like amiodarone, phenytoin, tetracyclines, antimalarials, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, etc.
  • Acanthosis Nigricans: It is a condition where the skin darkens, thickens, and may feel velvety. It can affect the neck, the folds of skin, and many other parts of the body. In addition, it can be found in the individual’s armpits and groin.

Acanthosis Nigricans Symptoms

Some common symptoms of Acanthosis Nigricans include the following.

    • Dark, thick, and velvety skin in body folds and creases
    • Affected areas include the back of the neck, armpits, and groin
    • Itchiness and odor
  • The appearance of skin tags

Acanthosis Nigricans Causes

Acanthosis Nigricans’ most common cause is being very overweight. Some other causes include type 2 diabetes, faulty genes inherited from parents, and conditions affecting hormone levels, including polycystic ovary syndrome and Cushing’s syndrome.

In rare cases, cancer, including stomach cancer, steroids, or hormone treatments such as contraceptive pills, also lead to Acanthosis Nigricans. But some healthy people with brown or black skin can also suffer from Acanthosis Nigricans.

Acanthosis Nigricans Treatment at Home

Many patients ask us questions like how to get a clean neck, how to remove a dark neck, or how to get rid of a dark neck. Some also ask how to get rid of a dark neck overnight naturally. Well, we’d like to tell you that getting rid of a black neck overnight isn’t possible. A dark neck is the result of years of exposure and underlying conditions. Hence, dark neck treatment takes time to show effect. But persistence is the key. So, let’s look at home-based dark neck remedies.

  • Coconut Oil and Lemon Juice: Apply a blend of 2 tbsp of lemon juice and coconut on the affected regions and leave it overnight.

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  • Tomato and Yogurt: Create a 2 tbsp raw tomato paste and 1 tbsp of yogurt. Apply the blend to the affected region and let it dry for 20-30 minutes. Once it dries, rinse it with water and let it dry. Perform the procedure twice or thrice per week. All these home remedies can react with your skin and cause redness and a burning sensation. And change in lifestyle helps in acanthosis nigricans

Do you still have questions and want to get a dermatologist-prescribed specific treatment for neck darkness removal? Connect with Clear Skin. We will diagnose what causes a dark neck in your case and recommend dark neck creams and remedies based on their suitability. Contact us to learn more about black neck treatment for you.

For treating your skin condition, feel free to get in touch with one of our best dermatologists in Pune. You can also call on +919584584111 to book an appointment at one of our skin clinics near you.

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Dr. Dhanraj Chavan is a globally trained, young, and dynamic dermatologist. He is a Consultant Dermatologist and Varicose Vein Specialist at Clear Skin, VeinMD, and HairMD.

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