A woman discovered a truth she described as "devastating" after a thin brown line under her nail persisted for 10 years, according to the British newspaper "Mirror." The source stated that American Maria Silvia first noticed the "dark brown mark" three years ago but considered it normal. The line's color was initially pale before turning dark brown about a year after it first appeared.
After a long period of doubt and suspicion, Maria received "shocking and devastating" news when doctors informed her that what was under her nail could be a "cancerous tumor spreading in the skin." Maria Silvia had to undergo surgery to remove her infected nail along with part of her bone.
Doctors say that the danger of "melanoma" is that it can develop and remain hidden for up to 13 years before becoming visible, meaning Maria suffered from the line for nearly 10 years. The American Maria turned to TikTok to share her story and raise awareness about the dangers of lines under nails, with millions watching and sharing her video.
