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| Simian
- Sun Aug 01, 2010 12:37 am |
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My underarms appear to have a greenish/gray shadow on them. They have shown this symptom for years. I have tried a variety of deodorants, shaving creams, and razors. I have tried to cease shaving and cease using products other than soap for up to a month, but shaving again revealed that the shadow was still there (or returned). It does not become darker or lighter, that I've noticed.
I'm fair skinned, nineteen, and generally healthy although my hormones are out of whack.
Any insight into what is causing this discoloration, and especially on how to fix it (preferably cheaply, if possible), will be much appreciated.
- Simian
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| Dr.M.jagesh kamath
- Wed Aug 04, 2010 9:16 am |
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 Hello,One common condition causing pigmentation of the axilla is fungus or yeast infections.Mild infections may not itch but could leave behind a postinflammatory pigmentation.If so this would respond to antifungal cremes like canesten.Sometimes a localized form of dandruff called seborrheic dermatitis could look similar,so does a bacterial infection called erythrasma.Acanthosis nigricans is a condition more common in obese,does cause pigmentation but it would be slightly raised and velvetty.
You can always consult your family doctor who may prescribe you an antifungal creme or powder if it turns out to be a fungus.
Best wishes.
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