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Subungual Hematoma Definition
Common names:
  • Blood Under the Fingernail
  • Blood Under the Nail
  • Blood Under the Toenail
  • Fingernail Bruise
  • Fingernail Hematoma
  • Subungual Hematoma
  • Toenail Bruise
  • Toenail Hematoma
A person with a subungual hematoma has a collection of blood under a fingernail or toenail. Images

In most cases, this occurs after a blunt injury to the fingertip or toe tip. Bleeding under the nail can cause intense pain.

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Last Updated: Oct 10, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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