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Sarita Nori, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Sarita Nori was drawn to dermatology because of the intersection of science and medicine that is at the heart of dermatology. She feels this is what really allows her to help her patients. “There is a lot of problem-solving in dermatology and I like that,” she explains. “It’s also a profession where you can help people quickly and really make a difference in their lives.” | Some of the typical skin problems that Dr. Nori treats include skin cancers, psoriasis, acne, eczema, rashes, and contact dermatitis. Dr Nori believes in using all possible avenues of treatment, such as biologics, especially in patients with chronic diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. “These medications can work superbly, and they are really life-changing for many patients.” | Dr. Nori feels it’s important for patients to have a good understanding of the disease or condition that is affecting them. “I like to educate my patients on their problem and have them really understand it so they can take the best course of action. Patients always do better when they understand their skin condition, and how to treat it.”
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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Nail color turned green
Depressions on nail
Blueish-gray nails
Dark green nails
Broken nail/s
The nail has a black streak
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What is Chloronychia (Green Nail Syndrome)?
This is a nail infection that causes greenish discoloration. It is caused by bacteria that thrive in damp environments.
Typical Symptoms of Chloronychia (Green Nail Syndrome)
Nails turned green
Change in nail color
Change in nail shape
Doctor's Diagnostic Questionson Chloronychia (Green Nail Syndrome)
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
Did your nails turn green?
Did your nail color change?
Did your nail shape change?
Treatmentof Chloronychia (Green Nail Syndrome)
Keeping the nail dry is essential, as well as trimming any detached nail. Antibiotic creams and tablets may be prescribed to treat the infection.
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References
Matsuura H, Senoo A, Saito M, Hamanaka Y. Green nail syndrome. QJM. 2017 Sep 1;110(9):609. doi: 10.1093/qjmed/hcx114. PMID: 28911027.
https://academic.oup.com/qjmed/article/110/9/609/3867163
Ohn J, Yu DA, Park H, Cho S, Mun JH. Green nail syndrome: Analysis of the association with onychomycosis. J Am Acad Dermatol. 2020 Sep;83(3):940-942. doi: 10.1016/j.jaad.2020.01.040. Epub 2020 Jan 28. PMID: 32004651.
https://www.jaad.org/article/S0190-9622(20)30124-9/fulltext
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Reviewed By:
Sarita Nori, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Sarita Nori was drawn to dermatology because of the intersection of science and medicine that is at the heart of dermatology. She feels this is what really allows her to help her patients. “There is a lot of problem-solving in dermatology and I like that,” she explains. “It’s also a profession where you can help people quickly and really make a difference in their lives.” | Some of the typical skin problems that Dr. Nori treats include skin cancers, psoriasis, acne, eczema, rashes, and contact dermatitis. Dr Nori believes in using all possible avenues of treatment, such as biologics, especially in patients with chronic diseases such as eczema and psoriasis. “These medications can work superbly, and they are really life-changing for many patients.” | Dr. Nori feels it’s important for patients to have a good understanding of the disease or condition that is affecting them. “I like to educate my patients on their problem and have them really understand it so they can take the best course of action. Patients always do better when they understand their skin condition, and how to treat it.”
Yukiko Ueda, MD (Dermatology)
Dr. Ueda graduated from the Niigata University School of Medicine and trained at the University of Tokyo Medical School. She is currently a clinical assistant professor at the Department of Dermatology, Jichi Medical University, and holds several posts in the dermatology departments at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Komagome Hospital, University of Tokyo, and the Medical Center of Japan Red Cross Society.
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