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What Causes A Lump On The Finger?

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Posted on Tue, 8 Nov 2016
Question: if the base of a thumbnail is bruised - for several months - bruise does not grow out - and more recently a lump has formed below the nail but above the knuckle- what is likely cause?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (2 hours later)
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Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Based on the image you uploaded , the nails appear to be healthy. There is no sign to suggest a fungal infection of the nail nor is there any visible pitting or deformity.

The lump you described could be an extra flap of skin protruded due to ingrowing nail or a walled of infective focus. It would be a good idea to have the nail examined by your GP to have a closer look at the edges and advise treatment accordingly.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

Let me know if you have any query

Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.

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Dr. M.S. Khalil
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What Causes A Lump On The Finger?

Brief Answer: Explained Detailed Answer: Hello and Welcome I appreciate your concern Based on the image you uploaded , the nails appear to be healthy. There is no sign to suggest a fungal infection of the nail nor is there any visible pitting or deformity. The lump you described could be an extra flap of skin protruded due to ingrowing nail or a walled of infective focus. It would be a good idea to have the nail examined by your GP to have a closer look at the edges and advise treatment accordingly. Wishing you best of health Thanks Let me know if you have any query Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action. For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107 Dr. M.S. Khalil