Hello doctor, My 21-year-old cousin whose height is 181 cm and weight 120 kg has dark patches on his cheeks. Photos are attached. The patient had already consulted a doctor regarding this year ago. The doctor had suggested that it might be acanthosis nigricans and suggested cholesterol evaluation. The darkness has reduced now but not totally gone. Please see the test results and kindly advice treatment.
Hello. I have gone through the photos (attachment removed to protect patient identity) Yes, it can be acanthosis nigricans. But does he have similar pigmentation over the nape of the neck, groin area, and armpits? His serum cholesterol levels are raised. He also is overweight. There is a deficiency of vitamin D and B12. I would like to know what creams has he applied? For more information consult a dermatologist online -->