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Black line on nail of left hand finger

2017-05-18 06:46:15
I am having a black line the last finger of my left hand. i am 6 month pregnant and i am worried it could i checked it over google it say many different reasons(deficiency,skin cancer,anemia,etc) i visited a nearby medicine doctor he saidit a type of nail infection. please guide me what is it and to whom i should consult for it.
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A nail clipping / nail plate biopsy needs to be taken by a dermatologist & send for Lab. Examination to confirm diagnosis.

Answered2017-05-19 10:05:21

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