with microscopic examination of both the nail plate and the biopsy specimen from the underlying nail matrix and/or nail bed. Evacuation of the hematoma not only provides immediate pain relief but ...

A common cause of these spots is an injury to your nail matrix. White spots that occur due to an injury are called leukonychia. These injuries can occur if you accidentally close your finger in a ...

A stomach biopsy allows your healthcare provider to examine tissues under a microscope. This can help your provider diagnose conditions that affect your stomach and digestive tract. More formally ...

A breast biopsy can help a doctor diagnose breast cancer. Breast biopsy recovery times can depend on the type of biopsy and the anesthetic involved. A doctor may recommend a breast biopsy if there ...

A large hematoma can be a sign that you have a subungual laceration. If left untreated, a subungual hematoma or laceration could damage the nail matrix, the area from which the nail grows, causing it ...

A biopsy of the eye is a test where your eye specialist (ophthalmologist) takes a sample (biopsy) of fluid or tissue from your eye. Your specialist might take a biopsy from your eye to check for ...