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Light black and brown stripes on nails

2020-10-15 05:12:00
Hi, I recently got to know that stripes on nails could be a sign of melanoma. I have light black/brown stripes on my thumb and few finger nails. I don't remember exactly when did I get these stripes but I think I have them on my nails for 4-5 years now. Do I need a biopsy??
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Answered2020-10-15 09:07:58

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