A nail tumor is a lesion found under the nail plate. It is attached to the nail bed or matrix. Most tumor growths of the nail bed are benign, but some may be malignant. These need to be removed surgically. Benign and malignant tumors both affect the nail and cause a deformity. The tumors could be myxoid cysts, pyogenic granulomas, glomus tumors, onychocytic matricoma, Bowen disease or squamous cell carcinoma, and malignant melanoma.
Myxoid Cysts Myxoid cysts are actually called pseudocysts because they are not surrounded by a capsule. The cyst stems from the connective tissue on top of the last finger segment. It looks like a shiny papule at the edge of the nail. It is semi translucent and contains a sticky fluid that may be tinged with blood when expelled. They are also known as myxoid pseudocyst, mucous cyst, digital ganglion cyst, and digital synovial cyst. Most are benign and can be…
