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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What Causes Dark Underarms?<\/a><\/li>
Symptoms Associated with Dark Underarms<\/a><\/li>
Suggested Home Remedies for Dark Underarms<\/a><\/li>
When to Seek Medical Help?<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Skin is the largest organ in the body. The human skin in the underarm (axilla) region is unique. It contains large numbers of hair follicles and oil glands and so is treated differently to avoid odor and sweat. There is also an urge for hair removal to maintain personal hygiene. But these treatments have a risk of skin irritation and reddening (usually in patches). Inflammation and injury to this sensitive area can lead to increased melanin (a skin pigment responsible for colour) production, making the skin dark. Dark underarms is generally a common concern for women as they have an impact on aesthetics. If you face similar issues with your underarms, read along for some helpful home remedies that will come in handy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What Causes Dark Underarms?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nStudies ^{1<\/sup><\/a> support that underarm darkening is characterized by increased production of a natural skin pigment called melanin due to mild irritation. Hair plucking is mainly responsible for skin damage.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
Other factors that may be responsible for dark underarms are:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Allergic reactions caused by using cleansers and soaps ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Using antiperspirants (substances that reduce sweating) and deodorants that may cause skin irritation and underarm skin darkening ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
A condition called acanthosis nigricans, which can be genetic or often linked with diabetes and obesity, characterized by dry and dark patches of skin in the neck, groin (area between the abdomen and the upper thigh), or underarms area ^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
Some medications like some antibiotics, antimalarials or anticancer drugs ^{3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nApart from these, certain fungal infections like tinea cruris, erythrasma and pityriasis versicolor can also lead to darkening of underarms. These require prompt diagnosis and treatment by a dermatologist.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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Apart from hormonal changes, pregnancy, medications and genetics, it is pretty common and a usual occurrence to have dark armpits. A person need not worry about that. Vitamin B3 (niacin) deficiency may also cause the condition. Supplementation with niacin can reduce the darkness of the armpits.<\/p>\n Dr Ashish Bajaj, M.B.B.S, M.D. in Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>
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