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Is A Black Dot Near A Fingernail A Sign Of Melanoma?
Hello doctor.... i have noticed a tiny dot on the tip of my index finger,just in front of the finger nail....i was having it before like over 6 months or something...i don t remember the exact time...my cuticle is also little black...i have heard that these signs could indicate melanoma or fungus...can you help me to figure it out the actual problem?
Wed, 5 Oct 2016
Hi and welcome to Healthcaremagic. Thank you for your query. I am Dr. Rommstein, I understand your concerns and I will try to help you as much as I can.
It would be easier to comment if you post photo of it, but it doesnt sound like melanoma and may be just fugal infection or injury. Also, lack of calcium ma lead to nail changes as well. Melanoma is the last thing to think of but in case of rapid growth and pain you should see dermatologist.
I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time.
Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.
DR. Ivan Rommstein
It would be easier to comment if you post photo of it, but it doesnt sound like melanoma and may be just fugal infection or injury. Also, lack of calcium ma lead to nail changes as well. Melanoma is the last thing to think of but in case of rapid growth and pain you should see dermatologist.
I hope I have answered you query. If you have any further questions you can contact us in every time.
Kindly regards. Wish you a good health.
DR. Ivan Rommstein
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