acanthosis nigricans

GPTKB entity

Statements (45)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf skin condition
gptkbp:associatedWith insulin resistance
gptkbp:bestFinish neck
gptkbp:canBe underlying health issues
gptkbp:characterizedBy dark, velvety patches of skin
gptkbp:diseaseResistance physical examination
medical history
gptkbp:hasConflictWith blood tests
skin biopsy
endocrine evaluations
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label acanthosis nigricans
gptkbp:impact weight loss
metformin
topical retinoids
insulin sensitizers
gptkbp:isChallengedBy lifestyle changes
gptkbp:isConsidered benign
gptkbp:isCounteredBy children
adults
elderly
certain medications
elbows
knees
armpits
genetic syndromes
groin
gptkbp:isFoundIn people with darker skin types
gptkbp:isNear disease
infection
tumor
gptkbp:isOrganizedBy a cosmetic issue
a sign of poor hygiene
gptkbp:isRegulatedBy true
gptkbp:isRelatedTo metabolic syndrome
obesity
type 2 diabetes
certain cancers
gptkbp:isUsedFor Cushing's syndrome
diabetes mellitus
hypothyroidism
polycystic ovary syndrome
hormonal disorders
gptkbp:mayHave social stigma
psychological distress
gptkbp:specializesIn obese individuals