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How would you manage this lesion under the toenail?

How would you manage this 61-year-old lady with a history of SCC and BCC who presents with concerns about discolouration in her right big toenail?

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In this week's case discussion, submitted by Dr John O'Bryen, a 61-year-old lady presents with concerns about discolouration in her right big toenail. 

The patient has a history of SCC and BCC. She recently saw a movie about Bob Marley and is now concerned she has nail melanoma.

What is your diagnosis, and what would you do next?

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Update

The diagnosis is subungual haematoma.

 

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