What Causes White Band Like Formation On The Fingernails?

Posted on Tue, 10 Jan 2017

Question: I have an odd question. I noticed something odd with my fingernails. it could have always been like this but not sure if it is normal. I searched everything online and couldn't get an answer. at the very tip of my nail right below where the nail grows out from the skin I noticed right below it I have a white band that runs the shape of the nail. almost looks like a French manicure. is this normal? not sure if you can see it? I attached an image.

Answered by Dr. Klarida Papaqako (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Nothing to worry about

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

Thank you for using HCM to post your health query.
I saw carefully your photo and I understand your concern.

I don't see anything to worry about. All looks normal to the photo that you have attached.
Also what you are describing does not bring me to any red flag or anything that would indicate a problem.

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

Regards,
Dr. Papaqako

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T