What condition is associated with acanthosis nigricans?
Question
What condition is associated with acanthosis nigricans?
Options
Option A
Type 2 diabetes and gastric adenocarcinoma
Option B
Rubella
Option C
Varicella zoster
Option D
Basal cell carcinoma
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Acanthosis nigricans is epidermal hyperplasia with darkening of the skin, especially in the axilla, neck or groin. It is associated with malignancy especially GIT adenocarcinoma or insulin resistance as seen in type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.