Question 1

i often get fingernail size dark bruises,blackish,purple in colour on the backs of my hands ,they only last a day or two then disappear, and another one will come up in another spot,any ideas what or why this is?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain: These lesions would likely need to be examined and more history obtained to be able to provide you with useful input about the diagnosis or possible treatment.

Question 2

what causes white spots under your fingernails?

Accepted Answer

Nail: Usually trauma to the nails.

Question 3

what causes white spots underneath your fingernails?

Accepted Answer

White Spots Nails: Difficult to answer without seeing these. It sounds as if it might be a harmless superficial fungous infection. Or, perhaps, from a nail cosmetic you may be using. See a dermatologist if you are worried about them.

Question 4

what causes little white spots under your fingernails?

Accepted Answer

Leukonychia: Milk spots on nails are usually harmless &amp; related to nail trauma (such as biting nails). Other causes can be Iron, zinc or protein deficiency,  lead or arsenic poisoning, renal failure, cirrhosis, pneumonia, heart disease, psoriasis or marked psychological stress.

Question 5

i have white spots on 7 of my fingernails, some on more fingernails than others. what underlying diseases could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Very unlikely.: White spots on nails are normally due to everyday sorts of trauma, such as knocking your nail against a hard surface. They disappear over time. In the rare instance that they don't, a superficial fungal infection may be present, and that would require the attention of a dermatologist.

Question 6

a few months white spots appeared on my right index fingernail. right now the spots are gone but it left it feeling rough. please how and why did this happen to me? and how do i fix my it?

Accepted Answer

Wrong question: You want to know about rough spots on nails. The white spots are harmless and not a sign of anything. Forget about the white spots. There are many of causes for nail changes. If it is important, see a dermatologist, who will look at your skin &amp; nails while asking you many questions. Meanwhile you can use a moisturizer cream and rub in at least 5 times a day.

Question 7

i have white spots on my fingernails. what could be the reason why?

Accepted Answer

Let me explain: They're called "leukonychia" and are very common. Most of the time the white spots simply are a sign of some past injury to the matrix (base) of your nails. By the time the white spot shows up (about six weeks after the injury) you've probably forgotten all about banging or knocking your fingers. Sometimes, the injury can stem from a manicure that put excessive pressure on the base of the nails.

Question 8

doctors, what are the little white spots i am seeing under my fingernails?

Accepted Answer

Uncertain meaning: The white flecks in nails most often represent trauma of some sort It need not be major trauma but a banging of the nails as in strumming a guitar etc Sometimes a low magnesium level can cause this as well. Simply taking a good daily multivitamin may help this if it is an issue

Question 9

my fingernails look discolored and always break. i also have white spots on multiple finger beds. what can i do to make them look healthier?

Accepted Answer

Please see: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. This way you can get the best treatment.

Question 10

i have white spots all over all my fingernails, multiple spots on every one and they continue to mulitply and come back, even when the nail grow out!i?

Accepted Answer

Be gentle to nails!: This article is great because it discusses different nail issues.  What you describe, leukonychia, is thought to be due to injury of the nail bed.  Years ago, nutrition was the suspect, from dietary zinc to calcium. http://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/190755/Nails-Facts-everyone-should-have-at-their-fingertips

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Purple spots on fingernail

A member asked:

I often get fingernail size dark bruises,blackish,purple in colour on the backs of my hands ,they only last a day or two then disappear, and another one will come up in another spot,any ideas what or why this is?

A member asked:

What causes white spots under your fingernails?

A member asked:

What causes white spots underneath your fingernails?

A member asked:

What causes little white spots under your fingernails?

A member asked:

I have white spots on 7 of my fingernails, some on more fingernails than others. what underlying diseases could cause this?

A member asked:

A few months white spots appeared on my right index fingernail. right now the spots are gone but it left it feeling rough. please how and why did this happen to me? and how do i fix my it?

A member asked:

I have white spots on my fingernails. what could be the reason why?

A member asked:

Doctors, what are the little white spots i am seeing under my fingernails?

A member asked:

My fingernails look discolored and always break. i also have white spots on multiple finger beds. what can i do to make them look healthier?

A member asked:

I have white spots all over all my fingernails, multiple spots on every one and they continue to mulitply and come back, even when the nail grow out!i?

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?