Vertical Lines In Nails- 345 Questions Answered

I have too many thin vertical lines on my nails..However, there is always one or two thick prominent vertical lines on every finger nail..What it could be..Thyroid, x-ray, sugar, blood test, urine test, every thing is normal..Plz guide

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Without seeing can't treat...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

2 days ago i just noticed that there is a black vertical lines on my nails, other than skin cancer, is there any other thing that cause this kind of problem?

Asked for Male, 17 Years 746 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Without seeing can't treat..Do direct online consultation for detailed information ... Read More

For past few days i have noticed that My nails are starting to get a bit darker and have vertical lines on them and also few small dents, can anyone guide me what's going on with my nails and should i need to be concern. Im attaching a photo but i don't know whether you can see it or not.

Asked for Male, 23 Years 420 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Not to worry..it's looking normal.. however send more photos from different angles by direct online consultation ... Read More

Hi Two vertical lines are appeared on my thumb nail and I am worried about it because i found serious medical conditions related to this on google search Please guide me in this regard

Asked for Male, 30 Years 1414 Views v

Dr. Jolly Shah Kapadia Dermatologist | Mumbai

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Hi Thanks for your query. Clinical photographs would have been helpful to suggest a diagnosis or remedy. ... Read More

My son is 8 months old. His weight is 10 kg. He is on breast milk & recently started semi solid (only fruits).He is an active baby. He is having vertical lines on nails since birth. Is this due to any vitamin deficiency or any other health issue? His medicines includes vitamin D3, multivitamin & iron drops. Dosage is 0.5 ml daily. Please le

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Dr. Ramesh Pediatrician | Chennai

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Why only fruits? You can start rice , dal, multigrain kanji, vegetables. The nail findings might be due to post viral infection or zinc deficiency. You can give zinc drops for 2 weeks ... Read More

I am having vertical brown lines in my toe nails . exact ly first two fingers.i don't remember when it appeared but now I am bit worried about it ..i won't do regular pedicure for my legs..when I searched for it in internet I find these may be due to pigmentation etc..I too have pigmentation in my face exactly lower mouth region and in my two chin

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 739 Views v

Dr. Manoj Agarwala Dermatologist | Raipur

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Greetings. Such presentation is usually non-specific but very rarely can be associated with a condition called subungual melanoma which needs serious treatment. The problem is with clinical examinatio ... Read More

Hi, There are vertical brown pinkish group of lines on multiple nails (4 finger nails on right hand and on the index finger on the left hand). It can be seen clearly in bright light. Not very much visible otherwise. This has been there for a few months. I have no other condition. Is this normal in the Indian population or a sign of some other issu

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Asked for Male, 29 Years 316 Views v

Dr. Sruthi thammineedi Dermatologist | Vijayawada

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Brown lines can be of various causes. We assess them according to the colour variation , width etc . Common causes are benign . Don't read Google and get worried about it . ... Read More

Ive been having pale black vertical lines on my nails not too much dark please tell what it is

Asked for Male, 18 Years 920 Views v

Dr. Manoj Agarwala Dermatologist | Raipur

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Greetings. Such presentation is usually non-specific but very rarely can be associated with a condition called subungual melanoma which needs serious treatment. The problem is with clinical examinatio ... Read More

What is the reason for two brown vertical lines on nails. What should I do, which medicine or home remedies should I take

Asked for Female, 39 Years 190 Views v

Dr. Geetha B Ayurveda | Bangalore

I need a detailed history.ur general health conditions etc. Call thru practo for online consultations ... Read More

Can iron and zinc deficiency cause vertical black lines in nails ? I have them in multiple nails and my 8 month old has a brownish on his toe nail.

Asked for Female, 26 Years 729 Views v

Dr. Shubhangini Sharma Dermatologist | Navi Mumbai

Black lines on nails can be due to a lot of reasons. It is melanonychia, can be due to trauma, systemic ailments, a form of nail mole or rarely even subungal melanoma ... Read More

My husband is having slight vertical lines on toe thumb nail.He is having this since 2 years now.There no pain irritation or anything.Is this normal or anything concerning like nail melanoma?Please reply.Pics attached.

Asked for Female, 34 Years 119 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi Doctor, Met with minor accident last year, where got hurt in the elbows it's been a year and the skin is still pink and not completely turned to a original skin . Also having 2 light black lines on my thumb in left hand. Can you suggest what could be the reason for these two changes

Asked for Female, 22 Years 59 Views v

Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal General Physician | Jhansi

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Avoid fried food and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables and fruits Fiber meal Do connect and consult ... Read More

Hello I have a nail disorder.. I have black lines in my nails I think I m suffering from furrows a nail disorder before a month I had done power polish on my nails may be this was done by power polish.. please suggest me the ways to cure it ...

Asked for Female, 25 Years 105 Views v

Dr. Rashmi Nandwana Dermatologist | Noida

Don't worry, please do online consultation for proper treatment and guidance. ... Read More

Hi All, able to see a few lines on nails just want to check if I should get it checked out by a local dermatologist

Asked for Male, 33 Years 78 Views v

Dr. Hitesh Viradiya Dermatologist | Surat

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Seems normal ... Read More

This black lines have appeared on my nails. Also they have turned dark and black. What is this and what can I do. The skin around the nails has also turned black.

Asked for Female, 37 Years 87 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

This black lines have appeared on my nails. Also they have turned dark and black. What is this and what can I do. The skin around the nails has also turned black.

Asked for Female, 37 Years 149 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello, I've noticed horizontal dark lines on my nails developing since last two weeks. Right now it's on 2 fingernails. I have nail psoriasis since 2022 (not taking any medicine for that). I developed fungal infection on my right thumbnail and got treated for it in May 2024. Right now I'm taking medicine Benfica Forte for Vitamin B12 insufficiency

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 98 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi doctor I usually notice few fresh blood streaks under my nail tip & also have black lines on nails plz let me know what can cause of this ??

Asked for Female, 30 Years 61 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I many time saw blood under my nails and some black lines on nail with out pain . is that splinter what can be possible cause of this ???

Asked for Female, 30 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Anuj Mothsra General Physician | Jhunjhunu

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ... Read More

Why my 2 year old nail lik this? Attached picture White on nails. I too had since my childhood white lines.

Asked for Female, 30 Years 196 Views v

Dr. Snehal Patil Pediatrician | Mumbai

These are signs of mineral deficiency. Please visit your pediatrician for a detailed evaluation and assessment of any more deficiency ... Read More

Hi, my daughter is 3 years old. She have horizontal lines on her toe nails and one of her rig finger of her feet. What is the reason for it.

Asked for Female, 29 Years 103 Views v

Dr. Shebin C E Pediatrician | Kanyakumari

It's commonly seen after hand foot mouth Disease ... Read More

Recently noticed vertical shade line in thumb finger as attached... is that melanoma? I used to bite nails often

Asked for Male, 36 Years 186 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Please suggest suddenly brown lines coming on thumbnail from the last one month. One both hands thumb. Is this a serious issue.

Asked for Male, 26 Years 103 Views v

Dr. Shivanu Mathon Dermatologist | Ludhiana

Consult online for further treatment ... Read More

My 5 month old has these white lines under nails ..what does it indicate... Attached here the pic of the same...

Asked for Female, 33 Years 106 Views v

Dr. Anil Kumar P Pediatrician | Malappuram

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Dear Mother Greetings of the day ! 🔴Your complaint and your concern is noted. 🔵To give an expert advice in this case, you have to provide additional medical infor ... Read More

On tb medicine 8 months completed.. few months nothing theses blood spots under my nails & sometimes black lines as well what it could be .. medicine side effects?

Asked for Female, 30 Years 52 Views v

Dr. Mahendra Mehta Family Physician | Mumbai

NEED TO KNOW MEDICAL HISTORY, LINE OF TREATMENT GIVEN. SO INTERACTION REQUIRED, PREFERABLY VIDEO CONSULTATION. ... Read More

I am male, 30y and medical history of Ulcerative colitis from one year (currently in remission). I am noticing my nails in both legs are getting crack lines (photos attached). What could be the reason?

Asked for Male, 29 Years 67 Views v

Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Black line on nails On right hand - Thumb and middle finger On left hand - Thumb and middle finger I have attached photo Is it serious ? What to do Today I noticed this

Asked for Male, 26 Years 252 Views v

Dr. Rajesh L Pathi Dermatologist | Bangalore

Take consultantion and discuss in detail ... Read More

My nails are breaking both horizontally and vertically since 3 months nails are becoming thin and brittle kindly suggest

Asked for Female, 33 Years 96 Views v

Dr. Rajesh L Pathi Dermatologist | Bangalore

Take consultantion and discuss in detail ... Read More

Hello doctor. I have attached images of my nails. My nails are always brittle and they appear to be dead. They have vertical ridges and bend easily. They grow uneven thickness as well. I also have black skin around cuticles. I don't have a clue why is this. Can you please guide? Thanks

Asked for Female, 21 Years 74 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

Nail health cannot be assessed due to polish ... Read More

In my left hand middle finger I am observing brownish vertical line also in my right toe and index finger of right feet has same type of line.one black vertical spot is also there in my right toe. Please suggest.

Asked for Male, 32 Years 160 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

For accurate diagnosis and information do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

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Vertical lines in nails

I have too many thin vertical lines on my nails..However, there is always one or two thick prominent vertical lines on every finger nail..What it could be..Thyroid, x-ray, sugar, blood test, urine test, every thing is normal..Plz guide

2 days ago i just noticed that there is a black vertical lines on my nails, other than skin cancer, is there any other thing that cause this kind of problem?

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For past few days i have noticed that My nails are starting to get a bit darker and have vertical lines on them and also few small dents, can anyone guide me what's going on with my nails and should i need to be concern. Im attaching a photo but i don't know whether you can see it or not.

Hi Two vertical lines are appeared on my thumb nail and I am worried about it because i found serious medical conditions related to this on google search Please guide me in this regard

Ive been having pale black vertical lines on my nails not too much dark please tell what it is

What is the reason for two brown vertical lines on nails. What should I do, which medicine or home remedies should I take

Can iron and zinc deficiency cause vertical black lines in nails ? I have them in multiple nails and my 8 month old has a brownish on his toe nail.

My husband is having slight vertical lines on toe thumb nail.He is having this since 2 years now.There no pain irritation or anything.Is this normal or anything concerning like nail melanoma?Please reply.Pics attached.

Hi Doctor, Met with minor accident last year, where got hurt in the elbows it's been a year and the skin is still pink and not completely turned to a original skin . Also having 2 light black lines on my thumb in left hand. Can you suggest what could be the reason for these two changes

Hello I have a nail disorder.. I have black lines in my nails I think I m suffering from furrows a nail disorder before a month I had done power polish on my nails may be this was done by power polish.. please suggest me the ways to cure it ...

Hi All, able to see a few lines on nails just want to check if I should get it checked out by a local dermatologist

This black lines have appeared on my nails. Also they have turned dark and black. What is this and what can I do. The skin around the nails has also turned black.

This black lines have appeared on my nails. Also they have turned dark and black. What is this and what can I do. The skin around the nails has also turned black.

Hi doctor I usually notice few fresh blood streaks under my nail tip & also have black lines on nails plz let me know what can cause of this ??

I many time saw blood under my nails and some black lines on nail with out pain . is that splinter what can be possible cause of this ???

Why my 2 year old nail lik this? Attached picture White on nails. I too had since my childhood white lines.

Hi, my daughter is 3 years old. She have horizontal lines on her toe nails and one of her rig finger of her feet. What is the reason for it.

Recently noticed vertical shade line in thumb finger as attached... is that melanoma? I used to bite nails often

Please suggest suddenly brown lines coming on thumbnail from the last one month. One both hands thumb. Is this a serious issue.

My 5 month old has these white lines under nails ..what does it indicate... Attached here the pic of the same...

On tb medicine 8 months completed.. few months nothing theses blood spots under my nails & sometimes black lines as well what it could be .. medicine side effects?

I am male, 30y and medical history of Ulcerative colitis from one year (currently in remission). I am noticing my nails in both legs are getting crack lines (photos attached). What could be the reason?

Black line on nails On right hand - Thumb and middle finger On left hand - Thumb and middle finger I have attached photo Is it serious ? What to do Today I noticed this

My nails are breaking both horizontally and vertically since 3 months nails are becoming thin and brittle kindly suggest

Hello doctor. I have attached images of my nails. My nails are always brittle and they appear to be dead. They have vertical ridges and bend easily. They grow uneven thickness as well. I also have black skin around cuticles. I don't have a clue why is this. Can you please guide? Thanks

In my left hand middle finger I am observing brownish vertical line also in my right toe and index finger of right feet has same type of line.one black vertical spot is also there in my right toe. Please suggest.

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