Diseases and Conditions
Acanthosis nigricans
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Diagnosis
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Risk factors
Acanthosis nigricans risk factors include:
- Obesity. The heavier you are, the higher your risk of acanthosis nigricans.
- Race. Studies show that in the United States, acanthosis nigricans is more common among Native Americans.
- Family history. Some types of acanthosis nigricans appear to be hereditary.
