QUESTION
What condition is associated with acanthosis nigricans?
- Type 2 diabetes and gastric adenocarcinoma
- Rubella
- Varicella zoster
- Basal cell carcinoma
ANSWER
Correct Option: Option A,
Type 2 diabetes and gastric adenocarcinoma
More from Medical 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.