Which of the following skin disorders is associated with diabetes?
A. Acanthosis nigricans
B. Vitiligo
C. Impetigo
D. Folliculitis
ANS: A
Acanthosis nigricans is associated with insulin resistance. It is most prevalent in individuals who are obese and in Blacks and Hispanics. Onset is usually in youth. It is an area of darkly pigmented skin often within the skin folds.
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