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Brown or black line on index finger nail
Hi doc, I'm 23 yr old female... recently i have noticed slim vertical line on finger nail of index finger of right hand...i googled it and i got very scared as the Google result was scary and I have severe health anxiety and i started panicking...i don't from when this line is there... because I have noticed just today...it is brown or black in color (not sure cuz sometimes it seems like brown and other time black)..it is from the base of nail to tip.. liner vertical...it is only in my one finger and recently appeared so this has scared me even more and i also have many mole on my face and body and brown patches(pigmentation) on my thighs..my medical history is that I have had blood test last year and it was found I was vit d b12 and also other deficiency deficit and I was having medicine but never rechecked... I'm attaching the pic of my finger... please help me I'm literally terrified
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Normal.. for details do direct online consultation
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Seems melanonychia (mole)
Need to worry and consult in case grows rapidly changes in color size becomes asymmetrical
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Hello,
Thank you for your query.
• Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear similar.
• Kindly share clear photographs of the affected area in good lighting along with details such as duration of the problem, symptoms, and any treatments used previously.
• I would advise against starting any OTC creams or self-medication, as some products may worsen the condition or delay proper treatment.
• An accurate diagnosis is the first step towards effective and long-lasting results.
You may book a consultation for a detailed evaluation and a personalized treatment plan. I would be happy to guide you further.
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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 .
●𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰
●𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 1.5 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳.
●𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
●𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀.
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Surat
Seems normal
If size increases, spreads , other symptoms then need investigation accordingly
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Khanna
There are few options available
Consult online for further management
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello you can do online consultation with Doctor.Need to take detailed history with proper evaluation.Will prescribe medication accordingly. Please share photos of the concerned areas
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
7 yrs exp
Lucknow
Could be normal also
Visit a dermatologist and get dermoscopic examination
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
Melanonychia is usually traumatic, due to deficiencies, or aging. Very rarely it maybe associated with malignancy. Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management
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Dr. Rajat Deep
Dermatologist
3 yrs exp
Patiala
The pic you posted doesnot seem to have any pigmented line instead it appears to be due to nail curvature.
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Consult a dermatologist and ask away your queries.
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Tip - Nail health -> use mousturiser daily, get your vitamin D checked and take a balanced diet especially fulfilling your protein requirement.
Good luck.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluation and treatment planning.
Kindly schedule an online consultation with a dermatologist for a comprehensive assessment, prescription, and further guidance.”
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