Abstract
Subungual hematoma treated successfully with 2940 nm erbium YAG laser
Highlights
Sir, Subungual Hematoma (SUH) is the most common nail injury
A 21 year old female came to the clinic complaining of severe pain confined to the distal part of the middle finger for 3 days after trauma of variable pressure associated with change in the nail color
A 37 year old female present to clinic complaining of severe pain localized to the distal left big toe for 2 days after nail trauma associated with change in the color of the nail
Summary
Subungual Hematoma (SUH) is the most common nail injury. It presents as a collection of blood beneath a finger or toe nail that causes severe pain and changes the nail color due to pressure [1]. SUH may be a result of acute or repeated trauma, and the most common cause of nail darkening [2].
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