Clubbing of the nails is a sign of (a)
A) digestive disorder.
B) anemia.
C) lung disease.
D) melanoma.

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Clubbing of the nails is a sign of a lung disease such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or lung cancer. It is characterized by an enlargement of the fingertips and a curved nail that resemble a drumstick. Other possible causes of clubbing include heart disease, liver disease, and inflammatory bowel disease, but lung disease is the most common.

Clubbing of the Nails Is a Sign of (A)