Green Under My Acrylic Nail

Ive had this a few times myself.

Green under my acrylic nail. Green nail syndrome GNS is an infection of the nails that leads to a greenish discoloration of nails also known as chloronychia. Pseudomonas is a common bacteria found in soil and water and it can get trapped under a lifted acrylic nail. Although this green discoloration may have the appearance of a mold this is NOT a mold.

As a nail technician our training tells us that the best thing to do is remove the nail and let it grow off. Green nail syndrome chromonychia is a nail disorder characterized by onycholysis and green-black discoloration of the nail bed. The condition is usually confined to one or two nails and can involve fingernails or toenails.

The green discoloration varies from blue-green to dark green to bluish-grey. If an infection appears while wearing artificial nails they should be removed and the area cleaned thoroughly with soap and water. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is the most commonly identified organism in cultures from the affected area 1 2Patients usually have a history of long duration of exposure to water or moist conditions providing an ideal condition for the growth of P.

The green color is a stain and will remain until the nail has grown out though most likely the bacteria is no longer active once exp. Mold is not a human pathogen. Found this online might help you.

Yellow-green green and green-black nail discolorations are signs of a Pseudomonas bacterial infection. Most likely cause by water getting under the acrylics that had lifted. When it appears beteween the overaly and the nail plate it is a direct result of using an infected file implement or instrument or from improper nail plate preparation.

Once the nail gets infected the fungus thrives as the fake nails offer a perfect place for them to thrive a warm moist and dark atmosphere. Pseudomonas is a common bacteria found in soil and water and it can get trapped under a lifted acrylic nail. Always wash your hands with soap and water Use rubbing alcohol on your nails before applying an acrylic nail Disinfect any tools you use in and around your nail Ensure a correct fit over your nail bed its a common mistake.