Clubbing of fingers

By Mayo Clinic staff
Original Article:  http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/medical/IM04526
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Clubbing of fingers

Photo showing clubbing of fingers

Clubbing of the fingers occurs most often in people who have heart or lung disorders that decrease the amount of oxygen in their blood. This causes the fingertips and fingernails to spread out and become rounder.
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