We
all know that once we notice new mole with unusual color, shape or
size, we should immediately call a doctor in order to learn what we are
dealing with. But did you know that the same goes for nails too?
Every
summer we are reminded by doctors to apply sunscreen in order to
protect our skin and react to any kind of changes that will occur on the
skin. If we are not careful enough, we can get skin cancer. But have
you heard about nail cancer?
Unfortunately,
yes. Even though it happens quite rarely, it is still possible. All
cancers that attack the skin can develop on nails and toes as well.
In
fact, the tumor itself does not develop on the nail, but in the tissue
under the nail. It usually appears as a light brown line under the nail
and then slowly spreads until the line becomes thicker and darker.
Fortunately,
not every strange phenomenon that occurs on the toenail or fingernail
is sign of tumor. In most cases it is due to lack of certain vitamins or
minerals in the body, and perhaps sometimes it comes to a mechanical
injury.
Some
of the changes in color and texture of the nails may indicate to a
poisoning if a heavy metal, a lack of oxygen in the blood, a problem
with kidney function, and some other dangerous diseases.
If
you notice a change in nails, you should immediately pay a visit to a
doctor. Whatever is at stake if you immediately seek help from doctors,
the chances for full treatment of all these diseases are far greater.
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