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What Causes Red Discoloration Under The Nails?
I m noticing some reddish dark coloring under my nails I ve never seen this before it came on all of a sudden I have used some hair color shampoo didn t know if that had anything to do with it I have no known health issues I m 46 a little overweight not sure what it is
Mon, 22 Oct 2018
Hi,
It could be an allergic reaction.
As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid like Betamethasone for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It could be an allergic reaction.
As a first line management, you can apply low potency steroid like Betamethasone for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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