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I just finished my 4 cycles of AC and had my first of cycle of Paclitaxel in Sept 3. During AC, I noticed my nails started to turn black (slowly from the root) , but only yesterday that I felt ...
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Hi @BC_47
My toenails on my big toes went black in the corners after I finished my chemo.... go figure! I'm now over 3 months post chemo and it's starting to grow out. I kept all of my nails short ( below the white) and my oncologist suggested that I dip my finger nails in diluted vinegar (50% water 50% vinegar) to harden them up. I was ok as far as my hands went.... just really poor quality nails during chemo.
Best wishes for your treatment.
My toenails on my big toes went black in the corners after I finished my chemo.... go figure! I'm now over 3 months post chemo and it's starting to grow out. I kept all of my nails short ( below the white) and my oncologist suggested that I dip my finger nails in diluted vinegar (50% water 50% vinegar) to harden them up. I was ok as far as my hands went.... just really poor quality nails during chemo.
Best wishes for your treatment.