Are my dark nails normal?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

These are my nail picture. Are they normal? I think they are little dark. My mom says I had this kind of nails from childhood. I am physically active gymmer for last two years. I play cricket at the professional level. Just want to confirm and get peace of mind. I had full body blood test last year and all went alright. My hemoglobin is 16.

Please help.

Answered by Dr. G. S. S. Sandeep

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I saw your pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Nails are absolutely normal with minimal pitting in few nails which is considered as normal physiological changes in many individuals and dryness in proximal nail folds in few nails, for which you can try Xerina moisturizer (Glycolic acid, Urea, etc.) twice daily after bath on affected nails. No further evaluation is required.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I was getting scared that they are blue nail disease.

Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. G. S. S. Sandeep

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

No. Excessive hemoglobin levels will cause tindal effect and will appear as blue or little bit violet hue. Do not worry.

Thank you.

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Answered by Dr. G. S. S. Sandeep

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team

May 12, 2018

June 15, 2026

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