Dark Neck, Armpits, Groin? How to Treat and Prevent Acanthosis Nigricans

[@ems44]

This topic is so important to talk about. So many people struggle with this and doctors often brush it aside and offer no solution.

[@carmencorazonreyes7044]

I live in SE Asia and there is a whole industry and lots of products dedicated to “whitening” (or brightening actually).

[@ShazWag]

@@carmencorazonreyes7044 Well at least we now know those products are not the solution for this condition.

[@chriseneim1]

Only overweight people sorry not so many

[@kidrobot.]

really? never seen this before

[@SourStrawberrys]

​@@carmencorazonreyes7044 Did you not watch the video? They said that pigment isn't the issue. So whitening and brightening products won't work. Sounds like fault advertisement on Koreas part

[@nasheenjahannasir2976]

As a teenager my friend once said to me, ''don't you shower? why do you have dirty neck?'' Back then I couldn't say anything to her because I didn't know about acanthosis Nigricans. So please talk about it more, spread more awareness so that people with this condition can live without shame.

[@xionstevens4955]

Same back in kindergarten I had the same experience

[@Spacecadet0720]

I’m sorry you had to go through that. Children are such unfiltered little bullies. Unfortunately some parents don’t teach them that pointing out other’s flaws is nasty behavior.

[@xionstevens4955]

@Spacecadet0720 it took a mental toll on me since I had long hair and it would hide my neck and no one will noticed and I never once put up my hair until Highschool it was hell cause I would wear warmer clothes to hide my neck like jackets and scarfs

[@nasheenjahannasir2976]

@@xionstevens4955 That's exactly what I did and continue to do sometimes. I live in a hot- humid climate so the struggle is real.

[@xionstevens4955]

@nasheenjahannasir2976 oh yeah definitely

[@michellet7013]

To anyone reading. I have had this my whole life, here is my experience. In the 70s the doctors told my mom it was metabolic syndrome. Im 52 and do not have metabolic syndrome or diabetes. But I am sensitive to sugar, so there is something there, and I have vitamin deficiencies. A normal weight is super important, if your over weight it will never go away and the more overweight the worse it gets. Regular exfoliating with almond scrub helps. Low sugar diet with a whole food diet helps. Get you vitamins checked and supplement any deficiency. Good luck 👍

[@MmntoMorrisson]

same experience for me. sadly, when i was dealing with an eating disorder and lost weight rapidly, it went away completely. now im dealing with disordered eating on the opposite side of the spectrum, and with rapid weight gain it's only getting worse :((

[@astrophel87]

​@@MmntoMorrisson Wishing you recovery and peace ❤

[@thereaper8148]

Just wash your neck .. it's dirt accumulated from years.. 😅😅😅

[@mochasweetie7580]

@@thereaper8148Troll

[@em.415]

@@thereaper8148 No it’s metabolic syndrome from being obese. Sometimes pre diabetes. Please don’t misinform people.

[@gardeniagorgeous4232]

I was never diabetic, pre diabetic, but I think I definitely had insulin resistance and for sure PCOS. I’m working on it by switching to a whole food based diet, eliminated excess added sugar, cut out fast foods that are deep fried and highly processed foods. Lost 25 pounds and I can feel the wrinkles in the back of my neck become less deep and smoother. I never had deep pigmentation but I could feel how thick the skin was. Anyway it’s improved so much after dropping the weight. Once you have your insulin under control, there’s so much disease prevention and remission that can happen! Wishing everyone here best of luck and effort towards being their healthiest selves and not feel self conscious about NA. You guys got this!

[@lolahernandez6871]

I have PCOS and it's soo annoying to deal with it. I'm always so self conscious about it !

[@VoVina111]

I had this on my neck and lips when I was taking birth control for anemia. It only went away when I discontinued the pills

[@syedasyed5131]

I'm just sick of this insulin resistance pcos. Life is completely in trouble with all these problems. Why can't we live a normal life😢😢😢😢.

[@syedasyed5131]

​@@lolahernandez6871this type of problem leaves you with thousands of those problems which solely you can't even handle. Lack of happiness no weight loss no babies no married life. Unhappy husband. Eventually we and our problems lack of encouragement and enthusiasm for weight loss😢😢😢😢😢😢

[@marlenes6505]

Hello 😊 would you be able to provide an example of your new diet please. I’m trying to change my diet too and eliminate all those refined sugars but it’s hard.

[@Marie-CC]

My grandmother thought I had dirty knees as a kid, so she used that copper metal scrub on my knees. Yup. As an adult, I still give that scrub the side-eye whenever I see it in the cleaning aisle.

[@aygul386]

The knees and elbows could be from vitamin / nutrient deficiency (if it's without neck discoloration). I forgot which one it is, it's very common.

[@michellet7013]

My parents used boat cleaner on my neck 😂 It burned, but I am still here lol

[@brittanyfrazier4902]

I used to scrub my knees and elbows with a toothbrush and a concoction of epsom salts Ajax and water lol😅 I worked tho lol 😅 and I didn’t die so there’s that lol😅

[@LadyCaribou]

My dad used to catch me outside playing and then scrub my neck and elbows with a scrub brush and strong detergent till my skin was raw which only seemed to make it worse. I went to my doctor about it in my early 20’s and she basically blew it off but prescribed a bleaching cream if it bothered me so much. The cream burned and wasn’t covered by insurance so I only got it once as I couldn’t afford the $50 every couple of weeks. Years later my dad sent me an article on this condition and apologized for all scrubbing sessions and how I was treated about as a kid. Things no one “knew” about in the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s.

[@A.777-p8m]

😮 oh my...ouch... your poor knees.

[@aprilmariebee926]

FUN FACT: I am Filipino / German American and this condition ended up being the thing that blew my cover while trying to hide my pregnancy from my Father ( I was waiting until I was further along) but one day I go to visit him and his pokes me and says “ Your Pregnant aren’t you ?” 😳 I saw “ How’d you know ?!?!” ( Cause I was far from showing at that point ) and he pointed out the “dirty crevices” I had along my neck, inner elbow and behind my knees 😑 which had appeared weeks before but wasn’t something I gave another thought too… until it blew my cover … he then informed me that’s happens to all pregnant Filipino Women and that it would go away after birth.. and he was 💯 % right! He also accurately foreshadowed that my 1st child was a boy and my 2nd child was a girl … Which still blows my mind !

[@elle63020]

Yes 💯 shruelalooo!

[@ToscaAcorda]

Not the case for me though. Never got them during pregnancy and I'm Filipino.

[@elle63020]

@@ToscaAcorda likewise, but my ate got experienced this kind of skin prob during her pregnancy and has a white complexion so it's very visible on her. Her nose quite became bigger too like "kamatis" And that's a sign that her baby was a cute baby boy 😁 After giving birth she took that Eve Primrose for more than a month then its just disappeared, her skin became normal again and no skin discoloration to be traced.

[@Lovely.honey.be.36]

I cried so many years over this, thank you so much for the information ❤.

[@PradhanmantriBruhh]

I remember how my sister cried everyday as well😢 She was so obsessed that she became a doctor because she was beauty conscious. Some women need to be constantly told that they are beautiful and not let their insecurities take over.

[@CowboyPants-h5p]

Why would anyone cry over this??? What a waste of time and energy. It is what it is. Only a weak loser would cry about it.

[@country9825]

Did it work for you ?

[@doki1146]

5:47 wait do I have to use all of those or just one of those?????

[@babs5573]

I’m so sorry that you’ve suffered with this😢❤ As I’m a person who thought this skin disease was nothing more than poor hygiene 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️

[@hi_high_rya]

Please make a video on removing skin tags and moles .

[@maryjanesbaby9392]

Cryotherapy is the answer

[@celli6501]

I had a skin tag near my private area that is almost gone by now when I started drinking oregano tea

[@hi_high_rya]

@@maryjanesbaby9392 that's expensive i guess

[@hi_high_rya]

@@celli6501 which brand u used ?

[@maryjanesbaby9392]

@@hi_high_rya It’s not expensive because your insurance will pay for that

[@J3N16]

I was recently informed that I am insulin-resistant and one of the symptoms was this conditions. I always thought i had a "dirty" neck... interesting. Indeed a good topic to mention and school people about!

[@VoVina111]

I had this on my neck and lips when I was taking birth control for anemia. It only went away when I discontinued the pills

[@sm2z24]

0:00: 💡 Understanding the common skin condition Acanthosis Nigricans and its causes in younger individuals. 3:36: 💡 Association of Acanthosis Nigricans with insulin resistance, obesity, and excess cortisol levels. 6:25: 💆‍♂️ Effective exfoliation requires at least 10% Urea in products to benefit the skin, with higher concentrations available for body care. Recap by Tammy AI

[@PassionGrows]

I had that problem when I was younger and over weight. It went away as I started losing weight.

[@FashionablyLaLa]

I noticed this too!

[@boka5290]

Because your insuline went back to normal. Being obese causes insuline resistance and can lead to pre-diabetes and diabetes.

[@ElbonyNC]

Same

[@MoZ1899]

me too. i had it when i was obese back in middle school & now my weight is relatively ideal & they're pretty much gone in visible areas

[@Cruzer871]

Have it right now but looking back a few weeks I did apply some body cream over it and as I lost weight it’s slowly started to dissolve and skin started to feel smoother and I wasn’t eating fried/sugary food either

[@graymats]

Thank you so much for taking the time to talk about this topic. I have been dismissed by multiple dermatologists and you guys always give me hope and knowledge that I greatly appreciate!

[@VoVina111]

I had this on my neck and lips when I was taking birth control for anemia. It only went away when I discontinued the pills

[@squishyfluff]

Wow I’ve had this under my breast area for the longest time without knowing what it was! Always thought it was dirt and would scrub so hard my skin would turn red! I’m so thankful I stumbled upon this video because now I have my answer, thank you!!

[@Nikkinitelite]

My doctor told me I wasn’t scrubbing hard enough….

[@squishyfluff]

@@Nikkinitelite not the doctor 😭

[@cougar2601]

Some doctors shouldn't be a doctor ​@@Nikkinitelite

[@ayselnaibova4153]

For one of the next episodes, can you please talk about psoriasis in detail? Not just about treatment of acute periods with steroids, but more on longer term lifestyle changes that can help to keep the condition under control. Like diet, nutrition, supplements, over the counter creams, shampoos, etc.

[@ceciliam4191]

Would be great! Also for eczema

[@bellaloves8656]

I second this motion!

[@pilarq7886]

​​@@ceciliam4191*ECZEMA IS DIET!! Nothing to do with skin products LIES LIES LIES -🔴CLEAN UP DIET ONLY WHEN U WANT TO STOP ECZEMA. TEMPORARILY stop ICE CREAM, MILK, DAIRY, SUGAR, FRIED FOODS - these foods take EXTRA WORK TO BREAKDOWN CAUSING SEVERE Inflammation - which goes to weakest part of body and through the skin (ECZEMA)* After u see major improvements I would stay away permanently from at least *ice cream, milk and EXCESS Sugar* you can have non-dairy ice cream I like COOL HAUS. You very likely ARE LACTOSE TOLERANT.

[@fathalwolf724]

Ok cool

[@mellyholly]

💯

[@moralgriever]

I have that problem due to PCOS. My armpits got very dark when I got my first period at 12, and now in my 40s I can see a bit of darkening on the back and sides of my neck. Been on Metformin and birth control to treat my PCOS, and it has helped lighten up my armpits a bit.

[@gohawks3571]

Thank you; I had no idea! It's hard when the only answer I get when I go to the Dr is drink water and lose weight... Apparently that solves every problem known to man🙄

[@moralgriever]

@@gohawks3571 I've gained a lot of weight due to PCOS and its really hard to lose it as it affects a lot of hormones, not just the ovaries. Losing weight can help as it reduces insulin resistance. PCOS is an awful vicious cycle: ovaries don't work well and makes various hormones go crazy and makes you gain weight, but then weight gain affects hormone production so it makes pcos worse. It's like a no win. I've been on metformin for 3 years now, and was on the pill for almost 20, finally got the nexplanon implant in my arm. I stopped gaining weight and I've gone from 315lbs to about 295 and been on that weight for almost a year. Slowly working on losing more as I really want to avoid getting diabetes type 2.

[@AfterFivepm]

Omg same! I was diagnosed with PCOS last year. It’s driving me crazy seeing all this new things on my body 😶 I started metformin on February

[@traceykoontz2868]

I was wondering about women who have PCOS, and then I was thinking more about it and what do they call it when guys have it? Thank for all the great insight and information as always respect doctorly

[@design401]

Have you tried a low carb and sugar elimination diet? This video totally misses this…. They are just selling products…. These doctors love to gloss over the very unhealthy food everywhere…..it’s causing all of your issues.

[@jayneenseepersad7300]

Thank you guys for explaining the term and providing some solutions to treat the condition. I feel much better after watching this because the last dermatologist I visited just looked at me and said, "you need to lose weight...there's nothing that can help you."

[@gardeniagorgeous4232]

Weight loss IS what can heal you! It helped me. You have the power to change the condition. Switch to a whole food diet (veggies, fruit, whole grains, beans, legumes, high quality animal protein)… less portion of breads, pasta, rice and MUST CUT EXCESS SUGAR. Stay away from fast food and highly processed packaged foods. Good luck to you ❤

[@lasvegasbeet]

when someone is obese, yes you need to lose weight to not die early

[@ABG88_]

Losing weight SOLVED this for me. You can do topical whatever stuff dermatologists sell but it will go away with diet and weigh loss. There's a reason a doctor told you that.

[@CB-cv9yh]

I have tested negative for DM, I don't have PCOS. Dermatologist have Rx me Tretinoin and Differin before it was available OTC. I have tried various products with the ingredients mentioned. My last dermatologist even attempted a medical grade chemical peel on a section of my neck as a last ditch effort. Nothing has worked. I've hated my own skin for 3 decades. I've never worn anything sleeveless or my hair all the way up out in public. I'm thankful to see MD's posting info about AN.

[@michellet7013]

I’ve had it as far back as I remember. Even a little overweight makes it worse. For me no sugar, and a whole diet made a big difference along with almond scrub.

[@2GleanFromHisWord]

Have them run a trst for High Cortisol/ Cushings

[@dumbphonemom]

I have it on my armpits since puberty. I’m now 35 and I’m not embarrassed. The truth is most people don’t ever notice or care. I don’t know if you are a woman, but I never wore sleeveless clothes just out of modesty, but now I’ve been using them and I absolutely LOVE dropped shoulders styles; they look so pretty and my shoulders are exposed but my armpits are covered! But the most important thing is to embrace it; it’s part of me, my husband doesn’t care about it and that’s the only opinion I hear. Waxing and scrubbing really help tone it down.

[@VoVina111]

Do you take birth control? The pills are what caused it for me and it went away when I discontinued them

[@4rinstr_]

@@michellet7013 when you say no sugar, did that include fruits too or only added sugar?

[@dyoung2739]

Thank you so much for covering this. My ex used to accuse me of not washing my neck. I’ve irritated the skin on my neck from scrubbing so much.

[@listenhere6248]

I’m really glad that person is no longer in your life. ❤ how awful ..🫂 💗.

[@dyoung2739]

@@listenhere6248 Thanks❤️

[@Shrraddha__]

that damn ex👺

[@5StarTherapist]

I’m a beauty therapist/ skin therapist and I love learning from you guys

[@rabeyatoma5571]

The timing is simply devine. I needed this exact video.

[@VoVina111]

I had this on my neck and lips when I was taking birth control for anemia. It only went away when I discontinued the pills

[@cynIRL]

My armpits are so dark. It’s definitely embarrassing while working out and doing pull down lats. Will try the suggested products ! 😊

[@hottmasala]

Welcome back Docs! Glad you brought up this common condition that no one talks about. Thanks for the info!

[@drivingschoolmauritius7113]

Thanks, for the core values of good practice that all studied/learned professional should have been doing. May God reward you greatly..

[@MsSummerWoods]

You guys actually explained this better than my dermatologist. Thanks so much! Now I know what I’m dealing with and can better explain it for those who ask.

[@jonathantheman9971]

Thank you for covering this topic. For a few years now I’ve had this condition and I didn’t even realize it, I will make sure that more people are aware of this so thank you very much!

[@AngelaMcL-lc3mc]

My 13-year-old daughter has this on the front of her neck. Her doctor had no idea what it is. She said it was just pigmentation changes. 🤷🏽‍♀️ So I think we need to take her to a dermatologist.

[@blackeyedsusan727]

Take her to en endocrinologist. It might be due to insulin resistance. You could be saving her life and fertility

[@Vegan_Vlogs]

​@@blackeyedsusan727ew talking about a 13 yr old child and their fertility is sick. Mind your own uterus and stop pushing this sht on children.

[@Vegan_Vlogs]

​@@blackeyedsusan727ew talking about a thirteen year old child and their fertility is sick. Mind your own uterus and don't push this sht on children!

[@taniadelgado8178]

Great video, very informative. Can you please, please do a video on how to lighten the skin of underarms, elbows, and inner thighs?

[@Kim-zw5bo]

Please 👀

[@juannumbaone9142]

Once I lost weight … it disappeared … given it’s so many larger people with it … you guys know the only thing you have to do to get this stuff off … and lower your risk for heart disease and diabetes

[@moncyesthervarughese7488]

Omg! Please send this to all the Asian Uncle's,Auntie's,and Grandma's. Please.

[@World_2404]

I only gain weight on the abdomen, and this is bothering me 😅 I have PCOS, and I believe that can be one of the causes. You both are an amazing team. I love watching you and knowledge I am gaining are good to know. Warm hugs from London.

[@natashaj9169]

Hello try berberine. From London too 😀

[@CW-rx2js]

PCOS is male type fat deposition...that's why

[@addictedtoJB]

Leading up to my diabetes discovery, my mom was pissed yet extremely concerned. She new I took a shower every morning so she was concerned about my neck looking...not so clean. Her solution? Sit me down and scrub at my neck for about 30 minutes a day. This helped...? My neck was in pain & on fire but it looked & felt normal. Years later my endocrinologist never explained what this is (I do still have it). I've been diabetic for 15 years now, and this is the best explanation to what I probably have.

[@luisvilla799]

Yeah my moron parents did this to me too

[@franceskeller4536]

I would love to see a video that targets dealing with acne in your late 20s and into 30s. It’s been frustrating for me lately

[@FallingAwake16]

Best thing that worked for me was changing/cleaning pillow cases and sheets often. Once a week or every few days depending on how severe.

[@buddyholly4672]

I still have it in my 40s 😢

[@christinegreenwood4093]

Change your diet. Get rid of dairy.

[@pikeyboyfoo]

Sex sex and more sex

[@lasvegasbeet]

don’t eat dairy

[@stacyjenns3906]

I've always had acanthosis nigrican since I was a child. It always bothered me but sometimes I didn't care. But today it was bothering me a lot and I wanted a video about it. Coincidentally this is recommended to me now and it was uploaded just an hour ago and I was bothered just an hour ago 😅

[@glitchessence]

How did this condition affect your childhood? Were you singled out because of it?

[@stacyjenns3906]

@@glitchessence to be honest it affected more when I became a teenager. When I was a child my mother used to think it was a dirt and even after visiting doctors they couldn't do anything. My confidence became low when I hit my teen years because not only this I have pcos too and increased weight. I tried multiple things but I couldn't lose weight nor did could I get periods naturally. Eventually I ended up with anxiety and depression and these are still affecting me physically and mentally and with my confidence too. My brain works much slower now, it's hard to remember things and my concentration is worse. I used to be a top student during my school years and then I had a huge drop in my grades. Sorry I could go on and on about my struggles and it still wouldn't end how bad it is 😓 (sorry for this long paragraph)

[@laurawana]

​@@stacyjenns3906 this is kinda crazy to read because I've had the exact same experience minus the pcos wtf😭 I hope things get better for you soon

[@stacyjenns3906]

@@laurawana and it's just half of my struggles I've spoken about like hair loss, hirsutism, fatigue, sleep issues and much more 😭 hope you overcome your issues too

[@tiffanylynn8376]

My 9 year old niece came to visit me here in California and I noticed this on the back of her neck and first thing I told her dad was take her to her pediatrician when you get back to Tennessee and have her checked for diabetes 😅 (she’s overweight). Still waiting to hear back, maybe it’s not that but I’ve just always associated it with diabetes for some reason

[@motherjean2920]

GOD brought me to this video & im sooo grateful. I have a child that is dealing with this and she has been meddled because of it. This video will be shown to the entire family tonight. Thank you VERY Helpful. GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU IN JESUS CHRIST'S NAME AMEN.

[@phyllidakornoski1257]

Based on your info, my 4 year old daughter and I have darkening on knees and my 2 year old daughter and I have bumps on our arms. These recommendations are perfect and I can't wait to try them. Thank you

[@tanista8617]

im a 32 year old male and ive had this since i started highschool. been ashamed of it ever since. i have it in my groin area. it was small back then now its grown its size. ive only come to know the name. a quick search on google and comparing makes me think it is the same. Glad for the info. wish i knew this years ago!

[@friendshipmaxig]

Thank you so much for this. Been struggling with this condition and always lower my self esteem because people laugh at me for having a dark neck and in the armpits. And i've been doing everything to fix it. This is very edicational! Love you guys so much

[@VoVina111]

For me I discovered it was the birth control pills that caused it

[@VoVina111]

I had this on my neck and lips when I was taking birth control for anemia. It only went away when I discontinued the pills

[@bubuoeb5230]

Doctors would shame me all the time for it but never offered any solution. Years later I come to find out I’m insulin resistant and now with intermittent fasting I’m reversing it and it’s going away with zero products.

[@mumihp]

I have this because of PCOS. Its not that bad for me but still annoying on my neck and my finger knuckle. But very informative video.

[@itsi4778]

Thank you so much! This is something that caused me so much stress. I even workout daily but still it’s not going away 😩

[@irissander5266]

New sub here. My son has this problem and I was so confused and upset. Thank you.

[@LisaNix2]

Most doctors say this is caused by insulin resistance.

[@jeoffreyauscia6841]

I have a very bad case of this, thank you. I will now proceed to try to live a healthy lifestyle.

[@Citiel]

This is true, when I had a liver problem my skin on the neck and armpits got darker but when I treated my liver, my natural skin color came back. No amount of brightening products can help you unless you treat the real cause.

[@cougar2601]

How did you help your liver

[@Citiel]

@@cougar2601 with a help of my doctor who gave me medications. I also ate green leafy vegetables and stayed away from oily foods. I stopped eating to my heart's content and learned to be disciplined. Instead of eating 3 times a day sometimes I just eat 1 - 2 times, which helped me lose weight gradually. And if I want to eat more, I would eat one whole big meal slowly or divide it into 5 times all through out the day. I did juicing too but only once in a while. I drink lots of water every day and stopped eating late, no late of midnight snacks. Earliest is 6 pm. I also drink lime juice without sugar in the morning but not all the time coz bad for the teeth. I give my liver and other organs time to rest, basically.

[@genarohonoriorengifo8317]

​@@cougar2601 the problem is mostly due to internal fat located on the liver. Avoid eating carbs and fries.

[@smrutikhadse767]

Warts! Please make a video on this causes and prevention

[@tennwhitetrash]

Yep. I had this for 3 years before I was diagnosed as a type II diabetic. My A1c was at a 10.8 when I was diagnosed and once I got my A1c down, the condition went away

[@BlueWaters1987]

How did you get your A1c down?

[@Cherish..2]

Heard it was condition of diabetes

[@tennwhitetrash]

@BlueWaters1987 diet, some exercise, and Metformin. It has fluctuated in between 5.6 to 7.0 since I was diagnosed 10-12 years ago. I'm currently on 2000mg of Metformin a day. Started off on 500mg when I was first diagnosed. I mainly just cut out cake, ice cream, and regular Cokes. It helps to try and walk 30 mins a day. Just don't exercise if your blood glucose reading is over 250

[@SebrenaRey]

I'm 54 years old and your video let me know I have this condition 😮 I never knew what it was my neck was just black so thank you I'm going to go get it checked out 😊

[@annegreenwood3624]

thanks for sharing my mom would use a scrub brush it hurt saying I needed to clean-better to. this day dislike scrub brushes

[@Nickodemo1st]

The lack of empathy is crazy

[@LadyyInsanee]

@@Nickodemo1sti’m sayin like mfs don’t even care to look into the problem 😭🤦🏽‍♀️

[@HarrisPilton789]

I have prediabetes. In my case it’s caused by insulin resistance. I have to lower my intake of carbohydrates dramatically in order to prevent reoccurrence in addition to exfoliating my skin to help remove current thickened skin.

[@pandaiam]

Growing up in a Filipino-American household, I was always told by Grandma that I had a dirty neck. She would scrub our dark necks, arm pits, etc, with Ponds Cold Cream. I grew up obese. When I got older, I started eating right and working out. The dark neck stopped happening.

[@IceQueen007]

I’d love to hear you talk about lichen planus and lichen planopilaris. I’ve been diagnosed with the latter and it’s been particularly devastating. I’m working with a dermatologist, but it’d be great to get more exposure for these conditions. Particularly it’d be great to get more research done on it.

[@isagoldfield7393]

Please talk about KELOIDS in the face specifically around the jawline. My 14yr. old son developed cystic acne around the jawline that healed into a keloids.

[@Djl472]

I have them on my knee after a bad cut. I want to know how to get rid of them too.

[@liberty3928]

​@@Djl472 Cortisone injections are the only thing that worked on mine but they have been a miracle. Take care

[@jeannielopez447]

Thankful for this years of scrubbing my neck and parts 😅to as a adult finally get a hold of why it happens

[@thedealmama3070]

Could you do a video on scalp issues that are common and ways to treat it, like cradle cap or whatever that thing is where you have sores on your scalp? Y’all have the best videos!

[@texasprincess4934]

I have eczema and no matter what shampoo ( even medicated ) my scalp always flakes. But my eye brows do too. And it flares up after showering. I think I have eczema on my scalp but idk how to fix it. As a baby and kid I was told it was cradle cap but idk. Just have always had scalp issues.

[@saphire7693]

@texasprincess4934 NIZORAL

[@kpfaarokh8640]

I really appreciate efforts put up by you both and love your videos too.

[@unicorn_researcher]

I used to have this. My neck, the area around my lips, and many other areas of my body were full of this. After I lost weight, it went away slowly. I am trying a low-sugar diet now and strictly managing my weight. My neck area and mouth area are nearly clean.

[@2gether_Bam]

I rarely hear dermatologists talking about HS. It affects more people than some fail to realize. This would be a great topic.

[@Katya-w5o]

Wow, when'd you film this lol It's pre-Remedy! Love that this channel doesn't just recycle the same topics over and over. Very educational!

[@Doctorly]

I think in February lol Sometimes we are really behind on content or prioritize the schedule based on something that comes up

[@Katya-w5o]

@@Doctorly makes sense! In any case, whatever you talk about and whenever you talk about it, it's always very entertaining and very educational. Great channel all around!

[@coreydx8602]

Oh my god! I always thought I was dirty as a kid! Thank you for this video! You don't know how much I've learned from this!

[@Luv4beauty]

You both are always so AWESOME! I apologize in advance if I missed this in the comments or the video clip BUT..... Does everything you talk about here ALSO apply to darker areas in the.... Well.... 'intimate' area? I know that's a concern for ALOT of people. Thanks

[@danieliop]

Had this when i was a kid. Lost it when I was in highschool to college before I got a knee injury and became inactive. So definitely related to diet and activity.

[@LetsPatchItUp]

I don't know what causes this, but I had it for a moment and was prescribed selenium sulfate and was told I could get it through selson blue dandruf shampoo. Back then there was only one version if the shampoo and has a main ingredient of selenium sulfate. I recommend anyone try this. It works. I left it on my neck 2-3 tumes a week for 10-30 minutes before I hooped in the shower. This active ingredient selenium sulfateis a MIRICLE for every skin issue from dandruff to psoriasis. I honestly don't know why it isn't the first treatment for anyone to try except that it cost so little in prescription form so doesn't make anyone any money (besides selson blue original formula containing selenium sulfide)

[@oziomaonogu8974]

Please talk about hyperpigmentation and sunburns in African Skin

[@HFXmermaid]

I developed this during pregnancy under my arms. I've got some round circles of it in addition to the overall area. I got skin tags too. Never went away after baby

[@Nasaamsrib]

Perfect solution, wash with washcloth and soap 2-3 times a day.

[@_DROM_]

I thought they were burn marks, like you damage that skin with maybe sweat and friction and bam... burn scar. Thanks for this vid. My father developed it recently and we didn't know why, we just thought it was the heat.

[@NormaMcArthur-y8o]

I'm so grateful bc I was going to ask my doctor about it

[@walkingbyfaith2885]

FINALLY TY DOCS If you're not a Dermatologist you really don't know what to do with this condition , Docs you have Finally answered my question regarding this I've been asking so long Mine isn't Too bad Been using RETINAL, Glycolic acid , Alpha Arbutin, Vitamin C serum, and this kojic acid w/ tumeric, vitamin C soap which in my opinion does Absolutely nothing I really appreciate having a name for this condition, FINALLY Blessings to you ❤️ ❤❤❤❤

[@nq6623]

I had this, went away when I began using tumeric soap

[@Yaz662]

Clove tea with each meal! The solution starts from within!

[@chellesama8256]

Show me the studies that explain the method of action of clove tea.

[@KatDelC]

Dawn works really well. I also use lemon and baking soda for my son’s neck and it goes away. We’re going to try the diet and decreasing sugar. 💙

[@beautybybrendanese]

Thank you! You always have videos I didn't know I needed

[@rifathasin9038]

Thank you so much. I am waiting for this video so long. Love from Bangladesh 🇧🇩

[@vanessabecerra4784]

Thank you for posting this 🌻

[@jackierod8902]

I had my neck like that. I was about 200 pounds overnight, and when i started losing weight, i noticed that my neck started clear out, and now, it looks normal.

[@glitchessence]

Very informative video! Thanks for educating us! ❤

[@jadijune9058]

Thank you , you are opening my eyes! You are very educational 👍👍👍

[@retiredmenace]

Drink more water, less sugar, no processed foods, balanced diet, daily walks and you'll get rid of this. Trust me, I know

[@quackitytheasker9977]

It reduces down on the neck or even elbows. But never the armpits. That's so hard to take away.

[@tabitha8707]

weird the doctors didn’t know this

[@retiredmenace]

@@tabitha8707 , maybe try drinking some water with ur obesed ahhh then you'll see results tabitha

[@luxurywatches3751]

Hey. I am almost 280 pounds right now. Planning to lose weight. Will this go away?? My dark neck?

[@retiredmenace]

@ AS SOMEONE WHO WAS 300+ pounds yes! I have seen it first hand on my own self, and many other people who i grew up with in a low income community. After growing up and knowing better, changing habits, i saw many of my peers discoloration go away. I'm not a doctor or anything I'm just speaking from personal experience! Your diet and water intake me very much have a impact!

[@jennyespinal8279]

Would love a video on eczema. Especially on kids. Thank you in advance.

[@Sloth-xx3qw]

Please make a video regarding Alopecia

[@michaelgarza4083]

Wow!! That is good information, doctors!! I went years ago to see a dermatologist for face discoloration and the doctor right away looked at my neck for any signs of discoloration as this can be diabetes. But my neck wasn't discolored. Just under my eyes. So he said take some facing cleaners and called it a day. 🙄. You guys went into great detail! New subscriber. And I'll try those products you mentioned for the discoloration under my eyes. It's like a triangle shape. Lol weird. Thanks again!

[@karenbarragan100]

I am 6 months pregnant. I found out I have Gestational diabetes. I went to my doctor because I started noticing I was very tired, and I would be hungry even if I had barely eaten. I assumed it was because of my pregnancy. I started noticing my neck and armpits getting darker. That’s when I told the doctor my suspicions. Sadly I have to wait until the baby is born to start any skin treatment. Gestational diabetes is a condition that causes high blood sugar. It can happen to anyone growing a baby. Diet changes have to be done to combat this condition. 😢

[@kimberaliarimeow]

So sorry you are dealing with this issue during your pregnancy! Hopefully your Dr is carefully monitoring baby's size in utero as GDM CAN cause your baby to grow larger than usual, possibly requiring a C-section delivery (I'm sure they've covered all this with you tho). Sending you prayers & positive vibes for the remainder of your pregnancy and onward! ❤️👶🏻

[@emilysarosos3577]

The skin darkening is so normal tho, that will go away the first three months postpartum. Just make sure to moisturize and put body oil all the time during pregnancy.

[@saranyachimirala8351]

You both are awesome and your videos are very informative. I'm glad that you are coming up with a new product for this problem making your own brand.👏👏 I also wish you come up with pregnancy care category to address the common skin problems during pregnancy😊

[@Oviraptor10]

I am prediabetic and I have insulin resistance and have AN. So, I'm already working on losing weight, working out, the whole thing but I'm interested in knowing if one of the products mentioned in this video would help in reducing the appearance of AN while I'm also working on the other internal issues. Thank you for this very informative video!

[@DrDre12]

Which deodorants do you recommend for children that are safe? Please keep in mind hyperpigmentation. Thanks.

[@Suedetussy]

I‘ve seen this, now i know where it comes from (i never suspected these people to be dirty, i just felt sorry for that skin condition).

[@ifeifesi]

I've always noticed this condition on overweight women and usually in the neck area and not just overwight but morbidly obese. Losing weight and gettin rid of the insulin resistance is the best way to deal with it as its an internal cause

[@lanishalustrousjewelspapar1300]

Correct

[@Adventuresofkworld]

😮 I'm gonna start my retinol today 🎉 👏 and I'm 25 year old 🐇🙌

[@brenleedee8061]

Just happened to run across this, my Son went to the E.R. when he was sick and they noticed his neck was like this and told me his mother that I need to make him wash his neck it is dirty...knowing my son showers every day. My Son is also mixed so some areas of his skin are darker in thicker areas.....and he saw a Dermatologist who said nothing about it, although his primary care doctor had his blood tested and he is not diabetic. So nice to know it is actually something and not that my son is filthy lol

[@girlgonetalk2u321]

Some hospital staff are just there to collect a paycheck. They no longer have compassion for their patients. Sorry you went through that.

[@L1berty1776]

Hi chunky dude here. first time ive ever heard about thisno doctor has ever offered a solution.

[@Dollyjmdolly]

Can you do a video on Ashy Dermatosis? No one seems to understand this condition. Thank you

[@Suadhassan13]

I would love if you guys talk about like skin becoming dry even after applying oil , especially the arms & legs. And my skin tend to become itchy which makes me to scratch even more causing my skin to have dark wounds. I use fragnant free coconut oil. I don't know if it's good because the smell of most body lotion at the market have like strong chemical smell. Appreciate any recommendations from you guys. Love ❤ your content, it's so helpful.

[@Rough2004id]

I am facing from the age of 9-10 and now I am 20 years old. These darkness are not only appeared at my neck but also appeared at my hand's knot and joint. I feel really uncomfortable to wear short shirt and polos. I have been going through this disease badly. I always take bath and try to wash these out but unfortunately all my tries in vain. 10+ years I have to wear long sleeve shirt to hide these things...I am really sad. I wish I could get rid of it soon. Or d*e soon

[@HeavensNight07]

Thank you for talking about this. I have always been ashamed and never wear my hair up due to embarrassment.. bc I’ve been told that I had a dirty neck

[@sloaneautumn]

Necessaire The Body Retinol is the best. I had so much darkening in my groin and armpits.

[@listenhere6248]

I’m going to give this a try. Thanks

[@huskeyfosterfail4980]

Oh finally after all these years asking numerous derms!

[@divyanshusingh9386]

I have this problem and school time was hard because of it people mocking, teachers reducing, children mocking even my father always deemed it dirty that i didn't bath properly I used to bath twice a day once i even used a sandpaper to rub I rubbed it till me neck bleed even the doctor said "you should bath properly" for context i live in India and old doctors are set on their ways and arrogant. education on these topics is so important specially in schools

[@ginevrapullman]

Thanks for the helpful info! Lichen amyloidosis info next please!

[@ladybug-2233]

Thank you for this information. 😊

[@mughilankv5855]

Make a video on hypertrophic acne scars,how to prevent and how to treat...there aren't many videos available on this topic