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Dark underarm
I have dark underarms since i was 14-15 years old. I do not have any such pigmentation in groin or neck. There are also tiny bumps on my underarms and sometimes it itch. I usually use shaving as method of hair removal and do not used alcohol based deodorants. Please help me .
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Darkness in underarms could be because of hormonal issues. It would be a wise decision to have a consultation to rule out underlying causes if any. Treatment ranges from medicated creams to chemical peels (in sessions), depending on underlying cause.
Laser hair reduction is recommended as the preferable method of unwanted hair, you may consider it, as shaving may leave to ingrown hair which could feel as bumps as you mentioned
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There can be multiple causes of darkening of skin in the axillary. We might need to do a few tests.
Consult online with proper history for treatment
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Dr. Manas Chopra
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello dear. This can be acanthosis nigricans. You need to share more details via online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment
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