The initial symptoms of strongyloides hyperinfection syndrome may include fever, haemoptysis, and wheeze. A chest radiograph may reveal pulmonary infiltrates, which can represent a combination of oedema, haemorrhage, and pneumonitis.
As you bring the underlying hormonal disorder under control, you should see the dark patches fade. If your underarm skin remains dark, try applying over-the-counter topical creams containing lactic acid or glycolic acid, which can help to exfoliate the dark patches. Another cause of underarm darkening, especially in women with brown skin, relates to external assaults on the skin. For example, chemicals in underarm products, such as deodorants and antiperspirants, can produce an allergic or irritated reaction. Excessive rubbing can have a similar effect.
Dark patches that develop at the back of your neck are a quite common occurrence. The medical term for this condition is acanthosis nigricans. It is a skin condition that causes one or multiple areas of skin to darken and thicken. In most cases, patients also report that their skin feels âvelvetyâ. Acanthosis nigricans isnât a contagious skin condition and it wonât affect other people. In most cases, itâs not even dangerous.