why are the tips of my fingers black?
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Raynaud disease is a disorder that affects blood circulation, usually in the hands and feet. The arteries (blood vessels) that carry blood to your fingers, toes, ears, or nose tighten. This is often triggered by cold or emotional stress. The decrease in blood flow causes a lack of oxygen and changes in skin color.
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['Changes in coloration - fingers may get pale, red, or blue in color.', 'Hands or fingers may feel cold to the touch.', 'Sudden pain or a tingling or burning sensation.', 'Pain that occurs at rest.', 'Pain that gets worse when the hands are cold or during times of emotional stress.']
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What is trigger finger? Trigger finger occurs due to inflammation of the tendons that flex your fingers, causing finger tenderness and pain. The condition limits your finger's movement and can make it difficult to straighten and bend your finger.
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A lot of people think that blackheads are dark because that's the color of the dirt in the pore. The truth is, blackheads are black or dark gray because the oil and dead skin that clog the pore “ oxidize ” (turn black) when they come into contact with air.
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A black toenail may be caused by: An underlying medical condition: This may include anemia, diabetes, heart disease, or kidney disease. Fungal infections: While these often look white or yellow, fungal infections can sometimes cause black toenails from debris buildup.
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If your fingers are getting cold when the temperature is normal, there could be an underlying cause. Cold fingers could be an indication of several problems, including Raynaud's syndrome, hypothyroidism, vitamin deficiencies, anemia, arterial disease, or even an autoimmune condition.
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Black teeth can be a sign of an underlying decay or cavities that should be addressed as soon as possible. However, black teeth may also be the result of staining. Different foods and drinks can leave behind a bit of pigment, causing the teeth to turn black.
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They're small, grainy, rough, and usually have pretty well defined edges that interrupt the normal lines of the skin. If you look closely, you'll might see what looks like a black pinpoint in the center of the wart. For the record, this isn't a wart “seed” or “root.” You can't dig it out. It's a blood vessel.
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My Ponytail Palm has brown tips! This is often a result of over or underwatering. Too much water can cause brown tips with distinct yellowing, while not enough water turns the leaves brown and crispy. Prune the leaves with a clean pair of sheers and check the soil before adjusting watering as needed.
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Raynaud's phenomenon is a condition resulting in discoloration of the fingers and/or the toes after exposure to changes in temperature (cold or hot) or emotional events. Skin discoloration occurs because an abnormal spasm of the blood vessels causes a diminished blood supply to the local tissues.
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Diagnosing warts and verrucas You may notice very tiny black spots in the wart, these are blood capillaries. Verrrucas are usually on the ball of the foot, underneath the big toe or heel.
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The color is typically a sign of old blood or blood that has taken longer to leave the uterus and has had time to oxidize, first turning brown or dark red and then eventually becoming black. Black blood can sometimes also indicate a blockage inside a person's vagina.
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They're caused by a combination of oil (sebum), dead skin cells, and dirt that clog your pores and create a hardened substance. The top of the pore is left open, and the plugged material oxidizes into a darkened color.
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They're small, grainy, rough, and usually have pretty well defined edges that interrupt the normal lines of the skin. If you look closely, you'll might see what looks like a black pinpoint in the center of the wart. For the record, this isn't a wart “seed” or “root.” You can't dig it out.
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Blue Nails If your fingernails have a blue tint, this could be a sign that your body isn't getting enough oxygen. It could also be a side effect from a drug you are taking, or a sign of: Lung issues (such as emphysema) Heart problems.
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Fingernails are made by living skin cells in your fingers. So a skin condition such as eczema may lead to fingernail ridges. Skin dryness can also cause these ridges. If your body is low in protein, calcium, zinc, or vitamin A, a deficiency can sometimes be revealed by ridges in your fingernails.
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Fingers or toes may change color when they are exposed to cold temperatures or stress, or when there is a problem with their blood supply.