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Half moons on nails

2018-10-22 13:13:56
Hello, What do the half white moons on nails indicate? Are we supposed to have them or not? I have it only on the thumb as seen in the picture.
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Answered2018-10-22 15:44:13

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Lunula. Normally present.

Answered2018-10-22 13:21:22

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