Picture of Acanthosis Nigricans
Title: Picture of Acanthosis NigricansCategory: ImagesCreated: 10/19/2009 11:55:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/23/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Skin General)
Source: MedicineNet Skin General - June 23, 2022 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
What is in the Differential Diagnosis for Brown and Grey Skin Conditions?
Discussion
This is the fourth in a short case series of differential diagnoses of colored skin conditions.
An introduction to dermatological terminologies and information about colors can be found here.
A differential diagnosis by distribution and common pattern can be found here.
For red, orange and yellow conditions, a review can be found here.
For green, blue and purple conditions, a review can be found here.
For black and white conditions, a review can be found here.
Note that any color can be a normal variant for an individual or is physiologic for a given state.
Acanthosis nigricans causes dark brown-black patches or...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - May 16, 2022 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
What is in the Differential Diagnosis for Black and White Skin Conditions?
Discussion
This is the third in a short case series of differential diagnoses of colored skin conditions.
An introduction to dermatological terminologies and information about colors can be can be found here.
A differential diagnosis by distribution and common pattern can be found here.
For red, orange and yellow conditions, a review can be found here.
For green, blue and purple conditions, a review can be found here.
For brown and grey conditions, a review can be found here.
Note that any color can be a normal variant for an individual or is physiologic for a given state. When lesions of the opposite color of the normal s...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - May 9, 2022 Category: Pediatrics Authors: Pediatric Education Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
Diabetes: Acanthosis nigricans is an early warning sign of prediabetes – symptoms
PREDIABETES is a major warning sign that you are at high risk of developing high blood sugar issues. However, without a blood test checking for the condition, how would you know that you have it? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - March 23, 2022 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
What Is the Cause of Acanthosis Nigricans?
Title: What Is the Cause of Acanthosis Nigricans?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 7/23/2021 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 7/23/2021 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Skin General)
Source: MedicineNet Skin General - July 23, 2021 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
Determination of Child Waist Circumference Cut Points for Metabolic Risk Based on Acanthosis Nigricans, the Children's Healthy Living Program
(Source: CDC Preventing Chronic Disease)
Source: CDC Preventing Chronic Disease - June 24, 2021 Category: International Medicine & Public Health Tags: Public Health Source Type: news
Diabetes type 2 symptoms: British Medical Journal confirm 'acanthosis nigricans' is a sign
DIABETES is increasingly becoming more of a common illness - how many people do you know affected by the condition? The British Medical Journal attributed this to three factors - population growth and ageing, as well as obesity. (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - April 25, 2021 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Type 2 diabetes: Acanthosis nigricans is caused by high blood sugar – what is it?
TYPE 2 diabetes: Having high blood sugar levels can have dire effects on one's body. Acanthosis nigricans is a condition caused by abnormal sugar levels present in the body. What is it? (Source: Daily Express - Health)
Source: Daily Express - Health - June 1, 2020 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
Medical News Today: What to know about acanthosis nigricans
Acanthosis nigricans is a common skin condition often caused by diabetes or hormonal conditions. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of acanthosis nigricans here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - December 21, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
Medical News Today: Ways to get rid of dark underarms
The skin under the arms can sometimes become darker in color than the rest of the body. Dark underarms are often the result of acanthosis nigricans (AN), which has several causes. These include hormonal disorders, genetics, and obesity. Treatments include home remedies, medication, and laser therapy. Learn more here. (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - August 23, 2018 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Dermatology Source Type: news
What are Potential Health Problems Associated with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
DiscussionPolycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects 6-8% of reproductive-age women making it the most common endocrinopathy in this age group. There is no consensus on the specific diagnostic criteria for PCOS in adolescents as many of the characteristics overlap with normal adolescent physiology. However, patients should have evidence of hyperandrogenism, oligo- or amenorrhea, and potentially polycystic ovaries. PCOS has a genetic component although a specific gene has not been identified. Incidence of PCOS is 20-40% for a woman with a family history.
Hyperandrogenism
Androgen levels change during puberty therefore actual ...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - December 5, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: pediatriceducationmin Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
At What Age Can Children Have Their Teeth Whitened?
Discussion
The appearance of the teeth and mouth is part of what determines facial attractiveness which plays an important part in social interactions. It has been found that “…an aesthetically pleasing smile…depend[s] on tooth color, size, shape, and position, upper lip position, visibility of the teeth and amount of gingival display.” The attractiveness is obviously complex, but tooth color is one of the most important factors and most people would like pearly white teeth.
Dental “…”whitening” is any process that will make teeth appear whiter.”
Non-bleaching products...
Source: PediatricEducation.org - April 11, 2016 Category: Pediatrics Authors: pediatriceducationmin Tags: Uncategorized Source Type: news
Picture of Acanthosis Nigricans
Title: Picture of Acanthosis NigricansCategory: ImagesCreated: 10/19/2009 11:55:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 12/8/2014 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Skin General)
Source: MedicineNet Skin General - December 8, 2014 Category: Dermatology Source Type: news
If Your Child Is Diabetic... Will You Know?
As a parent, I sometimes nag -- and I'll bet that you do, too. For instance, how often do you say things like this?
"I don't want to hear your excuses. You're not too tired -- go take out the trash."
"You just went to the bathroom. You can hold it until the end of the movie."
"You don't need a snack or another drink of water. Go back to bed."
"Don't talk to me in that tone of voice. Go to your room."
I know I've said all these things at one time or another. But here's the thing: If you're saying them all the time, there's a chance that your child isn't simply being demanding, irritable, or lazy.
Instead, your child...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - November 21, 2014 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news
