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Medical Conditions - Nail Clubbing

Nail clubbing is the structural and textural change in the finger and toenails. The nails turn to a spoon shape, and it becomes soft sponge-like and turns red. This is an indication of a lung disorder, heart disorder, or digestive condition. Idiopathic clubbing may also occur. Treatment of the underlying condition is the treatment modality for clubbing.

All nail clubbing Q&A

Is my Schamroth test suggestive of nail clubbing ?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Nail clubbing may be present when oxygen saturation is low or if there is a prolonged increase in reduced hemoglobin.

Is my downward nail bending a sign of nail clubbing?

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Do my CT and lymph nodes indicate lung cancer?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Let me help you understand what your CT scan results could mean.

Can smoking cause nail clubbing?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is mild clubbing, which is normal in young females due to the estrogen hormone. Please keep yourself well away from tobacco and alcohol.

Can smoking a pack a day cause nail clubbing?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity) of your nails and fingers, and it is in fact clubbing.

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