Newbie Posted September 2, 2003 Share Posted September 2, 2003 Have you noticed a change in your fingernails and/or toenails either as a result of your disease or chemotherapy. If so, what changed? I'm curious because my oncologist asked how long my nails had been like that. The nail bed has a high curve instead of flat and I have developed vertical ridges in my nails. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gina D. Posted September 2, 2003 Share Posted September 2, 2003 I believe this is called "Clubbing" of the nails and fingers. It is one of the symptoms of the disease, yes. I do not know why it happens, your doc should have explained that to you. A search on google will bring up some good info and pictures tho. I did this awhile back out of curiosity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 2, 2003 Share Posted September 2, 2003 My wife's fingernails and toenails went black and rough during chemo. Once she was off the chemo, the nails came back regular. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beckyg Posted September 2, 2003 Share Posted September 2, 2003 Mine were stronger and healthier looking than usual. Weird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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