Girl presents with acanthosis nigricans
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Romesh K. Khardori, MD, PhD, Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Diabetes, Endocrine, and Metabolic Disorders, Eastern Virginia Medical School; EVMS Medical Group, Norfolk, Virginia.

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A 14-year-old Black girl presents with acanthosis nigricans. Her height is 5 ft 2 in and weight is 170 lb (BMI 31.1). The patient describes oligomenorrhea and cannot remember the date of her last menstrual period. She notes that her maternal grandmother has had heart problems for many years. The physical examination is also notable for acne vulgaris and mild hyperandrogenism.

What is the likely diagnosis?

Type 1 diabetes

Addison disease

Type 2 diabetes

Hashimoto thyroiditis

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