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Asked for male, 25 years old from Shimla
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A narrow black line that has formed vertically underneath your nail is called a splinter hemorrhage. It occurs for a variety of reasons and may be harmless or a sign of a more serious health condition.
Thicker lines that create a horizontal stripe on the nail are not harmful, but they may be a symptom of a cancer.
You may need a complete examination if believe it is unusual, you may connect with me over the portal for further consultation.
Thicker lines that create a horizontal stripe on the nail are not harmful, but they may be a symptom of a cancer.
You may need a complete examination if believe it is unusual, you may connect with me over the portal for further consultation.
Asked for male, 23 years old from Srinagar
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Several changes in toenails or fingernails may cause people to come to the conclusion that they have developed a fungal nail infection, medically known as tinea unguium or onychomycosis. This infection commonly starts at the edge of the nail and spreads to the middle, making it brownish or yellowish, brittle and thick. You should follow these useful tips to eliminate fungal infection on nails successfully:-
trim nails regularly
keep your feet clean and dry.
Avoid ill-fitting shoes.more
trim nails regularly
keep your feet clean and dry.
Avoid ill-fitting shoes.
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Asked for male, 63 years old from Sitarganj
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As parts of the body become more specialized—and the fingers are certainly that—more nerve endings are required to increase functionality and sensitivity. Therefore, when something does come into contact with the nerve endings on that unprotected skin, it can be extremely shocking for the body. Let's discuss your concern in detail so that we can provide the best medical plan.
Asked for male, 20 years old from Gorakhpur
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No matter how clean your feet are, they are constantly in contact with microorganisms that can potentially cause infection. Fungus and bacteria are the most common culprits.
Symptoms of a foot infection can often be mild and easily treated at home. Others may require more aggressive interventions, including hospitalization to treat serious and potentially life-threatening complications.
Fungal foot infections can be prevented by keeping your feet clean and dry and by washing them every d...more
Symptoms of a foot infection can often be mild and easily treated at home. Others may require more aggressive interventions, including hospitalization to treat serious and potentially life-threatening complications.
Fungal foot infections can be prevented by keeping your feet clean and dry and by washing them every d...more
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You are having fungal infection in nail swelling may be due to this, visit a general physician for this purpose.
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