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What Causes Brown Lines On Finger Nails?
Question: Hi ,
The query is regarding my brother .There is a light brown line on his ring finger nail since 2 months .His age is 26 . Is this a longitudinal melancholy ? Or some other thing. I am uploading a photo please have a look and guide us on next steps we need to take.
The query is regarding my brother .There is a light brown line on his ring finger nail since 2 months .His age is 26 . Is this a longitudinal melancholy ? Or some other thing. I am uploading a photo please have a look and guide us on next steps we need to take.
Brief Answer:
Melanonychia
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
Definitely it is looking like longitudinal melanonychia.
This condition does not require any treatment as it subsides on its own. In my practice I advice medication in extensive cases.Tranexemic acid containing tablet like Melano TX gives good results within 2 months. It is safe with minimal side effects.
He can try this in consultation with your doctor.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
Melanonychia
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and photograph.
Definitely it is looking like longitudinal melanonychia.
This condition does not require any treatment as it subsides on its own. In my practice I advice medication in extensive cases.Tranexemic acid containing tablet like Melano TX gives good results within 2 months. It is safe with minimal side effects.
He can try this in consultation with your doctor.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Sonia Raina
Thanks very much doctor for the reply ..one of my cousin is having itching sensation all over her skin .she is 21 year old .she was in a village for her project work for 3 months she is complaining since then.she develops red rashes on her back whenever she has headbath. Please suggest some Medication.
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
Brief Answer:
Scabies
Detailed Answer:
Hello
She must have developed scabies.
her symptoms are suggestive of that.
It is caused by itch mite and usually happens after village visit.
I treat such cases with topical application of 5 % permethrin.
It is easily available and it's safe and effective.
A single application is enough.
She can try this.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
Scabies
Detailed Answer:
Hello
She must have developed scabies.
her symptoms are suggestive of that.
It is caused by itch mite and usually happens after village visit.
I treat such cases with topical application of 5 % permethrin.
It is easily available and it's safe and effective.
A single application is enough.
She can try this.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
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