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A reddish brown mark is present on my pointer fingernail. How to treat it?

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Hi doctor,

I have a reddish-brown mark on my pointer fingernail. It is clear with sharp edges. I noticed it before a month at the base of the nail. Now it has moved down in the nail. I am trying to figure out the cause.

Answered by Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese

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Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese is a Dermatologist, Cosmetologist, and Venereologist, skilled in diagnosis and management of skin, hair, and nail disorders; acne and pigmentation treatments; cosmetic dermatology procedures; and sexually transmitted infection (STI) management. She is also experienced in laser therapies, chemical peels, anti-aging treatments, hair restoration procedures, and patient counseling on skin health and preventive skincare.

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Hi,

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I have gone through the photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity). There is a collection of blood or fluid under the nail after a trauma to the nail or it can occur due to a side effect of NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) if you had taken it recently. It is usually harmless and does not require treatment. It tends to go away with a growth of a new nail. You can apply ice and take tablet Paracetamol 500 mg twice a day if there is pain. If there is no improvement even after the growth of a new nail, then you need to visit a dermatologist for the examination of the lesion, and a nail biopsy can be done if there is a need.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At January 31, 2021
Reviewed At August 30, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese is a Dermatologist, Cosmetologist, and Venereologist, skilled in diagnosis and management of skin, hair, and nail disorders; acne and pigmentation treatments; cosmetic dermatology procedures; and sexually transmitted infection (STI) management. She is also experienced in laser therapies, chemical peels, anti-aging treatments, hair restoration procedures, and patient counseling on skin health and preventive skincare.

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BDS

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese
Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese

Venereology

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Mariam Varghese is a Dermatologist, Cosmetologist, and Venereologist, skilled in diagnosis and management of skin, hair, and nail disorders; acne and pigmentation treatments; cosmetic dermatology procedures; and sexually transmitted infection (STI) management. She is also experienced in laser therapies, chemical peels, anti-aging treatments, hair restoration procedures, and patient counseling on skin health and preventive skincare.

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