What's wrong when your fingernails have lines?

Vertical Black Lines in 2 fingernails?

  • Hi, I noticed that I have 2 vertical lines ( 3 mm wide ) in my two fingernails. Initially I thought it was just something small and would go away when my nails grow - However ...show more

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    Splinter hemorrhages are small areas of bleeding (hemorrhage) under fingernails or toenails. They take the shape of straight lines and may be caused by damage to the blood vessels. Splinter hemorrhages are associated with endocarditis (infection of the heart valves) and may represent vessel damage from inflammation of the blood vessels (vasculitis) or microscopic clots that damage the small capillaries (microemboli). Common Causes Trauma to the nail (most common cause) Subacute or acute bacterial endocarditis There is no particular care for splinter hemorrhages. Strictly adhere to your health care provider's instructions for the treatment of endocarditis.

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