It is common to have white marks or spots on the nails. Generally they do not cause harm. There can be many reasons for this, such as deficiency of nutrients like protein, calcium, zinc, vitamin A, iron, magnesium, sodium, and copper. But not every mark on the nails is so light. There is also a sign that if seen, you should immediately run to the doctor. A doctor warned about this and said that if you are careless, you can get into big trouble.
According to the report of New York Post, as soon as America-based Dr. Lindsay Zubritsky shared it on the social media platform TikTok, the video went viral. People were shocked to know the whole matter. In the 48-second clip, he said, if you notice a dark vertical line under your nail, then definitely get it checked. This may be a sign of a rare type of skin cancer, Subungual Melanoma. Although this is rare, but if anyone sees it then reach the hospital immediately. See your doctor.
very serious form of skin cancer
Doctor Lindsay said, this can be a very serious form of skin cancer. If someone gets it, his chances of survival will depend on at what stage it is detected. How far does it extend? Doctors have not been able to find out the exact cause of subungual melanoma till date, but it is believed that it occurs due to excessive exposure to the sun. If someone in your family has had this kind of problem before, then do not be careless at all.
Cancer is most common on the big toe.
This skin cancer is most common on the big toe. But sometimes it is visible on any finger or toe also. It appears black or brown. According to the report of Verywell Health, people generally mistake it for fungal infection. But these brown or black colored stripes on the nails can prove fatal. However, not all dark streaks are skin cancer. But if it looks soft and the line is light, then definitely get it checked.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: May 17, 2024, 16:39 IST
