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Splinter hemorrhages   

Overview | Recovery

Alternative names:

Fingernail hemorrhage

Definition:

Splinter hemorrhages are small areas of bleeding or hemorrhage under fingernails or toenails. They take the shape of straight lines and may be caused by microembolic damage to the vessels.

Considerations

Common Causes

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