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What causes white spots on the surface of nails, hands & feet, that buff off?

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Dr. Arthur Balin answered

Specializes in Dermatology

White spots on nail: There are different possible causes for the condition you describe. A topical form of fungus is one possibility. Your doctor or a dermatologist can look at it and culture it to determine if it a fungus.

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Answered 10/23/2017

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