Black Lines Under Nails- 889 Questions Answered

What do these black lines on my nails mean ?? Pls check the attached pics .Google says cancer..are there other reasons too ?

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Dr. Soudip Saha General Physician | South 24 Parganas

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Need detailed history and evaluation ... Read More

Hi, From past few months my Nails have started getting black lines as of now these line have occur in 2-3 fingers,I wouls like to know what it could be indicating to and how it can be treated. Thanks

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Need to see any cancerous change..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by Sending photos ... Read More

I have noticed from last few weeks that black lines on my finger nail getting thick and wide. I don't it signed, is this any serious issue with my health.

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Dr. Tuhina Sinha Dermatologist | Ghaziabad

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First of all send me pics of your nail. This condition may be due to various reasons but to reach appropriate diagnosis and treatment I need clear pics with all other relevant information ... Read More

I have black lines beneath my nails running from tip of the finger nail to the end.I came to know it as some skin cancer.If i get that removed will it be cured.What are my survival rates? Its not thick black its light black right now.What's the general cost for nail biopsy?what foods I have to avoid and what is the cause for the lines and how shoul

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Dr. Govind S Mittal Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Hi. Greetings. Yes this is a sign of cancer of the melanocytes in the nail bed. BUT NOT IN INDIANS! I GUESS YOU HAVE BEEN MISGUIDED BY GOOGLE. This problem is common in Indians and dark races and not ... Read More

At times I see black line on bail of right toe, erasable. Initially I thought this could be shoe colour. Pattern is very consistent. But this is not from shoe. I read somewhere that the lines on/under nails indicate skin cancer . Is it right?

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Dr. Anita Malik Oncologist | Delhi

Consult dermatologist. ... Read More

Getting black lines on index finger nail on both sides pic attached . I noticed it 2 days back . I use to take BP medicine Amlopres At 25 mg from last 6 yrs. Can you please suggest

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Dr. Abhigyan Mukherjee Dermatologist | Pune

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The photograph is very hazy You should consult a skin specialist. ... Read More

Nails are getting cracked from tip and has black lines accross the nails from root to tip. Please suggest what has to be done to treat this or is it some disease marker.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It's nail Fungus..can be cleared with Medicine.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

Hi doctor I have attached photo graph of my ring finger I have developed this light black line on nail it used to be light and has gotten broad and dark . I am observing it from past 1 year Which doctor should I consult for this issue and what could be possible reason for these lines

Asked for Female, 24 Years 342 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It's normal.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

Since the past 2 days I have small black lines on 3 of my nails. Since the past week, I have also been experiencing number of health problems. One day I got severe dizziness. And Since past week I have a small white line on my tongue which feels slightly swollen. On looking through torch I see that tastebud is surrounded by white area. On my gum ne

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Asked for Female, 19 Years 154 Views v

Dr. Umashankar General Surgeon | Hyderabad

Dont worry about nails. Looks ok. About mouth u can consult a dentist ... Read More

Ive been having pale black vertical lines on my nails not too much dark please tell what it is

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Dr. Manoj Agarwala Dermatologist | Raipur

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Greetings. Such presentation is usually non-specific but very rarely can be associated with a condition called subungual melanoma which needs serious treatment. The problem is with clinical examinatio ... Read More

I m DCMP patient with 15-20%ef Taking medicine offlate I noticed white patches or lines of my legs nails it started on left leg toe now all fingers of leg nails have it now started on right leg what is this ??? I am worried what reason could this be?

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Dr. Pushpa Madhavrao Tidke Dermatologist | Pune

It looks like ? Beus line Appears after ny stressful Event , as DCMP in your case No need to worry for nail ... Read More

My finger nails are getting rough and yellow and vertical lines. Why? Should I include some supplements in my diet

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Ms. Trupti Padhi Dietitian/Nutritionist | Bhubaneswar

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Good evening pls connect through practo app. ... Read More

Hello, i have a habit of biting nails and recently i have observed that i have got this small thin line on my nail. What could be the reason for it? Its been there since a couple of months and its not growing or becoming dark

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Since morning i found black thin straight line inside my left nail, i didnt got any injury , its painless but its looks weired ,first time i am facing this issue please sugeest is this not harmful or any serious will be there ,

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have noticed this blackness or tanning just down my nails..can you please tell me what is this..I have these on fingers of both hands but is more visible in right one. I have attached the photo, take a look It was alsways there little bit but now it is more visible. Also i have googled about it and it shows thyroid problem and other disease such

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have a dark black line on my finger nail. It was very light few days back. But now it has become darker.

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Dr. A Ompriya Cosmetologist | Chennai

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It’s a normal finding only ... Read More

My toenails are getting brittle, the nail is coming out and coming off again and again.,pain, Puch,.

Asked for Female, 25 Years 45 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

It may be fungal infection. Need to check to confirm. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ... Read More

Hi Doctor, Met with minor accident last year, where got hurt in the elbows it's been a year and the skin is still pink and not completely turned to a original skin . Also having 2 light black lines on my thumb in left hand. Can you suggest what could be the reason for these two changes

Asked for Female, 22 Years 65 Views v

Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal General Physician | Jhansi

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Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Fiber meal Do connect and consult ... Read More

This black line is on toe thumb nail since past 6 months . No injury .Initially big line but after cutting nail this line is reducing. What is this line on nail?

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Dr. L Soumiya Nandhini General Practitioner | Tiruppur

Hi it seems like an injury or a prick Do u have any pain ... Read More

One finger nail is looking yellowish black and no pain. Kindly suggest. One finger only looki ng like this

Asked for Female, 32 Years 33 Views v

Dr. Sachin Pariskar Pediatrician | Pune

Kindly consult once physically to nearby dermatologist ... Read More

Hello I have a nail disorder.. I have black lines in my nails I think I m suffering from furrows a nail disorder before a month I had done power polish on my nails may be this was done by power polish.. please suggest me the ways to cure it ...

Asked for Female, 25 Years 142 Views v

Dr. Rashmi Nandwana Dermatologist | Noida

Don't worry, please do online consultation for proper treatment and guidance. ... Read More

Hi Sir/ mam I am noticing something black on my toe nails Please suggest what should be done? Thanks

Asked for Female, 33 Years 47 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have black lines on back teeth near gums. I got scaling and cleaning done from the dentist. But he left certain lines saying it would hurt the gum. It has been 1 month. It has come back all over again. I'm so worried now. What to do?

Asked for Female, 22 Years 121 Views v

Dr. Zoya Rasheed Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist | Bangalore

Hello! These are iron stains Kindly visit near by dental surgeon for cleaning once in every 6 months. It dsnt harm ... Read More

Hi All, able to see a few lines on nails just want to check if I should get it checked out by a local dermatologist

Asked for Male, 33 Years 88 Views v

Dr. Hitesh Viradiya Dermatologist | Surat

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Seems normal ... Read More

Namaste Doctors I want to know about Black line on my thumb...I have this lines from last year now it s been completed one year...There is no pain n not other changes...I am attaching pics guide me

Asked for Female, 20 Years 86 Views v

Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Physician | Jhunjhunu

Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

This black lines have appeared on my nails. Also they have turned dark and black. What is this and what can I do. The skin around the nails has also turned black.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

This black lines have appeared on my nails. Also they have turned dark and black. What is this and what can I do. The skin around the nails has also turned black.

Asked for Female, 37 Years 170 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

My left thumb nail slightly on the corner it turned some grey colour what could it be thank you for your response waiting forward for reply.

Asked for Female, 21 Years 183 Views v

Dr. V R Tindwani Family Physician | Ahmedabad

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May be fungal infection , zole cream can be applied twice daily for 1 wk ... Read More

I attached 2 photos.plz examine them and tell me why that lines came on back side of thigh (above knee).Is it serious or normal?

Asked for Male, 21 Years 86 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello, I've noticed horizontal dark lines on my nails developing since last two weeks. Right now it's on 2 fingernails. I have nail psoriasis since 2022 (not taking any medicine for that). I developed fungal infection on my right thumbnail and got treated for it in May 2024. Right now I'm taking medicine Benfica Forte for Vitamin B12 insufficiency

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

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Black lines under nails

What do these black lines on my nails mean ?? Pls check the attached pics .Google says cancer..are there other reasons too ?

Hi, From past few months my Nails have started getting black lines as of now these line have occur in 2-3 fingers,I wouls like to know what it could be indicating to and how it can be treated. Thanks

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I have noticed from last few weeks that black lines on my finger nail getting thick and wide. I don't it signed, is this any serious issue with my health.

At times I see black line on bail of right toe, erasable. Initially I thought this could be shoe colour. Pattern is very consistent. But this is not from shoe. I read somewhere that the lines on/under nails indicate skin cancer . Is it right?

Getting black lines on index finger nail on both sides pic attached . I noticed it 2 days back . I use to take BP medicine Amlopres At 25 mg from last 6 yrs. Can you please suggest

Nails are getting cracked from tip and has black lines accross the nails from root to tip. Please suggest what has to be done to treat this or is it some disease marker.

Hi doctor I have attached photo graph of my ring finger I have developed this light black line on nail it used to be light and has gotten broad and dark . I am observing it from past 1 year Which doctor should I consult for this issue and what could be possible reason for these lines

Ive been having pale black vertical lines on my nails not too much dark please tell what it is

I m DCMP patient with 15-20%ef Taking medicine offlate I noticed white patches or lines of my legs nails it started on left leg toe now all fingers of leg nails have it now started on right leg what is this ??? I am worried what reason could this be?

My finger nails are getting rough and yellow and vertical lines. Why? Should I include some supplements in my diet

Hello, i have a habit of biting nails and recently i have observed that i have got this small thin line on my nail. What could be the reason for it? Its been there since a couple of months and its not growing or becoming dark

Since morning i found black thin straight line inside my left nail, i didnt got any injury , its painless but its looks weired ,first time i am facing this issue please sugeest is this not harmful or any serious will be there ,

I have a dark black line on my finger nail. It was very light few days back. But now it has become darker.

My toenails are getting brittle, the nail is coming out and coming off again and again.,pain, Puch,.

Hi Doctor, Met with minor accident last year, where got hurt in the elbows it's been a year and the skin is still pink and not completely turned to a original skin . Also having 2 light black lines on my thumb in left hand. Can you suggest what could be the reason for these two changes

This black line is on toe thumb nail since past 6 months . No injury .Initially big line but after cutting nail this line is reducing. What is this line on nail?

One finger nail is looking yellowish black and no pain. Kindly suggest. One finger only looki ng like this

Hello I have a nail disorder.. I have black lines in my nails I think I m suffering from furrows a nail disorder before a month I had done power polish on my nails may be this was done by power polish.. please suggest me the ways to cure it ...

Hi Sir/ mam I am noticing something black on my toe nails Please suggest what should be done? Thanks

I have black lines on back teeth near gums. I got scaling and cleaning done from the dentist. But he left certain lines saying it would hurt the gum. It has been 1 month. It has come back all over again. I'm so worried now. What to do?

Hi All, able to see a few lines on nails just want to check if I should get it checked out by a local dermatologist

Namaste Doctors I want to know about Black line on my thumb...I have this lines from last year now it s been completed one year...There is no pain n not other changes...I am attaching pics guide me

This black lines have appeared on my nails. Also they have turned dark and black. What is this and what can I do. The skin around the nails has also turned black.

This black lines have appeared on my nails. Also they have turned dark and black. What is this and what can I do. The skin around the nails has also turned black.

My left thumb nail slightly on the corner it turned some grey colour what could it be thank you for your response waiting forward for reply.

I attached 2 photos.plz examine them and tell me why that lines came on back side of thigh (above knee).Is it serious or normal?

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