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What part of the finger anatomy is the 'nail bed'? is it underneath the nail? or on top of the finger above the first joint next to the nail? thanks.

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Dr. Sam Sugar answered

Yes: Under the nail closest to distal joint.

Dr Akinde agreed

Answered 5/8/2014

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