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What Causes Black Lines On Fingernails?

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Posted on Thu, 5 Jun 2014
Question: Can a zone cream .05 cause black lines in fingernails
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Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Black lines on finger nails indicate that there is deficiency of blood supply to the fingers.

You may have to get investigated and rule out the same as it is a progressive condition most of times and can be devastating to the fingers on a slow run.

Wish you good health.

Regards,
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What Causes Black Lines On Fingernails?

Brief Answer: No Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. Black lines on finger nails indicate that there is deficiency of blood supply to the fingers. You may have to get investigated and rule out the same as it is a progressive condition most of times and can be devastating to the fingers on a slow run. Wish you good health. Regards,