Another post that should be a conversation with a medical professional…
Rhadamanthus2020 on
Printing error. Notice it’s on the left thumb and left big toe. Stand so that if connected, they’d make a straight line. Check for other black lines on your body which lie along that plotted line.
And, check your inkjet nozzle for blockage.
Lomeral on
Most cases like this I’ve seen on this app are melanoma, I hope it isn’t but please go to the doctor asap
diabolis_avocado on
Is this one of the ones where Reddit saves someone’s life by getting them cancer treatment?
itscalled on
Rip to your comments
SirSpot86 on
If my time on reddit has taught me anything, this totally means you’re gonna die, sorry.
Warm-Cut1249 on
It could be multiple conditions, please contact your doctor ASAP.
chiangui24 on
My brother had this on his thumb growing up. It just went away.
happyhippocampotamus on
It’s called melanonychia. Usually benign and common in darker skinned individuals. No need to freak out OP but doesn’t hurt to make an appointment with a dermatologist.
IrritatedAvians on
OP reading the comments…
SandmanAwaits on
I only came about this just this past week, one of my parents had some spots tested for skin cancer, positive, Dr said about lines in your nails meaning skin cancers, go see your Dr buddy.
frank1934 on
Oh boy here we go again
Neat_Flounder_8907 on
OP went from mildyinteresting to mildlylifethreatening
The-Bone-28 on
Ooooh I’d get that looked at JUST to be safe please OP
Magicaparanoia on
What the hell is up with all the accidental melanoma posts lately? This is the second one I’ve seen in 24 hours.
Medik8td on
I had a line appear on my big toe. My doctor said it was nothing but I was freaked out and got him to refer me to a podiatrist who removed my nail and did a biopsy just to be sure it wasn’t cancer. It hurt like a SOB but came back OK. I can’t remember what it’s called, but it was caused by sun exposure. Makes sense because I wear flip-flops all year ‘round.
ghostbear1986 on
Foot doc here.
I biopsy a few of these every month.
While they can be melanoma, they usually are not. I would have them evaluated and biopsy them regardless. But don’t go and jump off a bridge because Reddit diagnosed you with a melanoma…
ChampionLiving2449 on
I have these lines on almost all of my fingernails and a few of my toenails, and I have asked my doctor about them for years now. He has talked about how dark lines can be a sign of liver problems or melanoma, but usually are accompanied by a ridge bubble spanning from the cuticle to the white of the nail. If it’s just discoloration with no significant abnormalities accompanying it, then it’s probably just hyperpigmentation. Personally, I have not had any health issues related to the pigmented lines on my nail beds, and mine look like yours, only darker.
Always talk to a doctor if you have concerns, but you likely don’t have a reason to be concerned unless they start to change in any way.
tootnoots69 on
Notice how OP isn’t replying in the comments. Congrats guys we have him a heart attack lessgoooo
jma12b on
Could also be vitamin B12 deficiency
nevertellya on
You don’t have much time. Make your peace. It won’t be long before you turn.
eatthecheesefries on
Bold choice to put feet pics on the internet.
PhoKingAwesome213 on
Looks like you’re pregnant.
yellowking22 on
Which one is your thumb and which one is your toe?
Phelly2 on
Reddit has become the new webMD.
py87 on
I’ll never understand how people are comfortable posting their ugly ass feet and fingers on here
Jromneyg on
*glances down at the line I’ve had on my big toe for months*
*reads the comments*
…I’ll take my chances
kw42o on
I’d say this is a trip to the doctor worthy
Bondoo7oo on
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Another post that should be a conversation with a medical professional…
Printing error. Notice it’s on the left thumb and left big toe. Stand so that if connected, they’d make a straight line. Check for other black lines on your body which lie along that plotted line.
And, check your inkjet nozzle for blockage.
Most cases like this I’ve seen on this app are melanoma, I hope it isn’t but please go to the doctor asap
Is this one of the ones where Reddit saves someone’s life by getting them cancer treatment?
Rip to your comments
If my time on reddit has taught me anything, this totally means you’re gonna die, sorry.
It could be multiple conditions, please contact your doctor ASAP.
My brother had this on his thumb growing up. It just went away.
It’s called melanonychia. Usually benign and common in darker skinned individuals. No need to freak out OP but doesn’t hurt to make an appointment with a dermatologist.
OP reading the comments…
I only came about this just this past week, one of my parents had some spots tested for skin cancer, positive, Dr said about lines in your nails meaning skin cancers, go see your Dr buddy.
Oh boy here we go again
OP went from mildyinteresting to mildlylifethreatening
Ooooh I’d get that looked at JUST to be safe please OP
What the hell is up with all the accidental melanoma posts lately? This is the second one I’ve seen in 24 hours.
I had a line appear on my big toe. My doctor said it was nothing but I was freaked out and got him to refer me to a podiatrist who removed my nail and did a biopsy just to be sure it wasn’t cancer. It hurt like a SOB but came back OK. I can’t remember what it’s called, but it was caused by sun exposure. Makes sense because I wear flip-flops all year ‘round.
Foot doc here.
I biopsy a few of these every month.
While they can be melanoma, they usually are not. I would have them evaluated and biopsy them regardless. But don’t go and jump off a bridge because Reddit diagnosed you with a melanoma…
I have these lines on almost all of my fingernails and a few of my toenails, and I have asked my doctor about them for years now. He has talked about how dark lines can be a sign of liver problems or melanoma, but usually are accompanied by a ridge bubble spanning from the cuticle to the white of the nail. If it’s just discoloration with no significant abnormalities accompanying it, then it’s probably just hyperpigmentation. Personally, I have not had any health issues related to the pigmented lines on my nail beds, and mine look like yours, only darker.
Always talk to a doctor if you have concerns, but you likely don’t have a reason to be concerned unless they start to change in any way.
Notice how OP isn’t replying in the comments. Congrats guys we have him a heart attack lessgoooo
Could also be vitamin B12 deficiency
You don’t have much time. Make your peace. It won’t be long before you turn.
Bold choice to put feet pics on the internet.
Looks like you’re pregnant.
Which one is your thumb and which one is your toe?
Reddit has become the new webMD.
I’ll never understand how people are comfortable posting their ugly ass feet and fingers on here
*glances down at the line I’ve had on my big toe for months*
*reads the comments*
…I’ll take my chances
I’d say this is a trip to the doctor worthy
If you and a friend are ever in a horrific lawnmower accident, you’ll know which are yours