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		Acanthosis Nigricans Prepared by Lynn Maarouf, M.S., R.D., L.D. - Stark Diabetes Center Edited: 10/27/2006 Have You Seen This Lately?  If you have seen this in your family you may be looking at a condition called: “Acanthosis Nigricans” Often, this skin condition can be a sign of Type 2 diabetes and / or Pre-Diabetes.   In a child it can signal higher than normal insulin levels, a condition which can lead to Type 2 Diabetes perhaps within 10 years. If you have seen this darkening in the skin at the base of the neck, you may want to think about seeing a doctor.  Type 2 Diabetes can go for years without being diagnosed, but the complications are still developing.  In both children and adults, proper diet and exercise can both go a long way in preventing the development of Type 2 Diabetes. Early diagnosis can be very important step in preventing long term complications.
updated 3/19/07