No : The dark spot could be a small bleed under the nail but if it does not grow out , seek consultation with a podiatrist or dermatologist.
Answered 6/2/2014
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Exam: Would recommend evaluation by your doctor. Certain skin neoplasms can develop on the nail-bed and at your age i would want my doctor to examine and biopsy if suspicious.
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I don't think so: It may be dried blood from a contusion. Keep in mind melanoma is in the differential diagnosis so it would pay to visit a foot doctor for an exam.
Answered 11/2/2013
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