Acanthosis nigricans describes skin changes that are seen in association with certain medical conditions. Acanthosis is derived from acantho, meaning thorn; nigricans means black. This skin condition can be linked to obesity, cancer, and other medical conditions. (Click here to see photos of the condition.) The good news is that is that the majority of people with acanthosis nigricans are obese and do not have any other underlying medical conditions that explain the skin changes.
1 If you choose an annual headstone cleaning option, the cost may vary from $50 to $250 depending on the type of service you require. 2  The rates are usually for three annual visits and you may have to pay extra if you want any additional service. The rates are usually for three annual visits and you may have to pay extra if you want any additional service. 2  If you want a one-time headstone cleaning, the costs are usually around $20 to $50.
Headstones often start around $500 and run upwards of $4000. The materials used for construction contribute to a wide price range. An average granite headstone in 2009 cost about $1500. If your loved one did not already have a cemetery plot, you will need to purchase one.Prices of cemetery plots depend on location. They start as low as a few hundred dollars and can be upward of a few thousand.asket Cost. Another major funeral cost is the casket. There are many choices of caskets available from cardboard to stainless steel. According to the Casket & Funeral Supply Association of America, metal caskets were the predominant choice with 65 percent of all caskets sold in 2007.