New Delhi, Dec. 2 -- Parents often deal with minor health issues in their children, like scrapes, rashes, and bruises. But have you seen dark, velvety patches on your child's neck or underarms and thought they were just dirt or a tan? If so, it's important to take a closer look. These patches may be a sign of insulin resistance, which can lead to serious health problems like prediabetes or diabetes.

What is Acanthosis Nigricans (AN)?

You might have heard of Acanthosis Nigricans (AN) but not connected it to your child's health. "AN appears as dark, thickened patches of skin, usually in body folds like the back of the neck, under the arms, or around joints," Dr Abhishek Kulkarni, Paediatric Endocrinologist, tells Health Shots. Over time, ...