Nicotine nail L60.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

nicotine discoloration of the nails

Definition
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Yellowish or brownish discoloration of the fingernails due to long-term exposure to nicotine and other substances contained in tobacco smoke.

Localization
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Mainly thumb, index and middle finger.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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nicotine nail. yellow-brown discolouration of the index fingernail in a 61-year-old cigarette smo...
Discoloration of skin and nails due to nicotine decoction.
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