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What Causes A Black Spot Under The Nail?

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Posted on Wed, 11 May 2016
Question: Black spot under my nail



Black spot under my nail.. Ididnt have any trauma
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Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Possible benign nevus

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using HCM.

I read your question and saw carefully your picture.

The black spot seems like a nevus, which because is round and small, should not be a bad, dangerous nevus.
If it grows though, if it gets irregular shape, you should go to the dermatologist to see it with a dermatoscope and see the cells from close view.

I can be very sure though, that the one you have now is nothing to worry about.

Hope this is helpful.
Let me know if you need more clarifications. Otherwise please close and rate the answer.

Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Follow up: Dr. Klarida Papaqako (2 hours later)
I used nail cutter to trim and it just came off.. Do i need to wait befor i see a physician..
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Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (8 hours later)
Brief Answer:
You have self treated it. No need to worry about it.

Detailed Answer:
Hello again,

Thank you for asking a follow-up question.

Yes, no need to worry about it for now.
The fact it fall off means that maybe it was a blood clot, or something stacked there, and in a way you have done your own treatment.

If it comes up again, and especially if it gets bigger, then you should see a physician.
For now, I would not worry at all about it.

Regards,
Dr. Papaqako
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What Causes A Black Spot Under The Nail?

Brief Answer: Possible benign nevus Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank you for using HCM. I read your question and saw carefully your picture. The black spot seems like a nevus, which because is round and small, should not be a bad, dangerous nevus. If it grows though, if it gets irregular shape, you should go to the dermatologist to see it with a dermatoscope and see the cells from close view. I can be very sure though, that the one you have now is nothing to worry about. Hope this is helpful. Let me know if you need more clarifications. Otherwise please close and rate the answer. Take care.