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Is it possible to have melanoma of the toenail?

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The correct definition of melanoma is cancer of the melanin. This means of the skin. The toenail is not the same as it is keratin

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No it is not. Melenaoma is skin cancer so therefore it would more than likely be the skin under the toenail that is cancerous. If the cancer was in the toenail that would be bone cancer since nail is bone. If it is something that is scarring you you should consult a physician.

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A toenail cannot, itself, have a melanoma. Melanoma is a skin condition, and toenails are made of a different material. It is possible, however, for the flesh underneath or around the toenail to have it. Thus, it might look like the toenail has a melanoma, but the actual condition is underneath or right next to it.

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posted by John (7928)
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Technically, you cannot have cancer of the toenail itself. You probably have cancer of the toe, in the quick beneath the nail.

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posted by Rolf (95)
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