Does this look like early toenail cancer? or just a bit of blood?

[mrblue12]

Hello.

I noticed I have a tiny black dot on my toenail. This little black dot has roughly 4 even smaller dots close by, which you can't make out on the picture but it is there. What I was wondering was does it look like I should see a doctor about it?

Thanks

[mrblue12]

Thank you for your response.

I haven't had it taken to a doctor yet. However I do suffer from fungal toenails. After posting I realised that the toenail in the picture also has become infected. I have had my toes examined by a doctor previous and they prescribed oral Terbinafine. I have been on it for a few months now but haven't seen any improvement. I am going to go back in the near future and ask for a lacquer. I bought one myself it contains amorolfine.

Thank you again for reading my post.

[Dr Santos]

Hi,
What other symptoms are present? I understand your concern regarding this toe nail lesion. This could be due to infection, particularly fungal in nature, as well as nail trauma. It is best that you have this checked by your doctor for proper diagnosis. Direct clinical examination is important. Take care and do keep us posted.