A member asked:

I have a melanonychia in my toe of the middle finger nail . which is lightbrown in colour. it's width is small about 0.2cm. is this harmful. i'm worried. is this cause nail cancer. i'm worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

It is too early to tell. But it requires monitoring. I would suggest that you take some photographs on your camera now and do it once monthly x 3 months. If you see your nail starting to turn black, then a biopsy may be required to assess this pigmented area for melanoma, which can arise from the base of the nail. it is rare and treatable provided you keep a close eye on its growth/change, get chk

Answered 5/26/2021

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