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Question by  sunil100 (14)

Why do I have brown elbows?

 
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Answer by  Lenore (237)

Brown elbow skin can be a sign of a (harmless)condition called acanthosis nigricans which is linked to thyroid problems, diabetes and obesity. Check with a dermatologist.

 
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Answer by  kate74 (273)

It could be because you're ingesting too much iron. You should have an iron test done. Also, it could mean you're pre-disposed to diabetes.

 
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Answer by  Jojoblue (468)

It is either your genes or you are rubbing them too much against something. I know that when I rest my head on my hand and then put my elbow on a table or something for so long, it results in a discoloration in my elbow. I did that a lot when I was in college with boring professors.

 
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Answer by  balaji7hills (35)

called liver spots and are a condition of being out in the sun. This condition is know to be nothing to do with the liver or any functions of the liver.

 
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