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What can you do when your finger nails are turning dark also i am african?

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Dr. Vicki Levine answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Not clear: Are your nails getting dark streaks? They are normally ok unless you only have one or one is darker than the others.If so see a dermatologist.

Answered 9/28/2016

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