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Black line on thumb nail

2021-04-27 12:34:39
I have black vertical line on my right hand thunb nail which has developed from last 3yrs. It doesn't cause any pain and  I don't remember if I had any injury. I feel it is getting darker n broader day by day. What is it n how to remove it.
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Not to worry.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos

Answered2021-04-27 14:34:33

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Answered2021-04-27 12:45:26

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