Guide To Hepatopulmonary Syndrome Warning Signs

Finger Or Toe Clubbing

Finger or toe clubbing are often seen in numerous disorders that cause malabsorption and low blood oxygen levels. Clubbing occurs when there is a build up of tissue in the distant areas of the fingers that causes the nails to curve downward and the ends of the fingers to become enlarged. It starts with a build-up of fluid in the ends of the fingers or toes, and over time connective tissue develops. The volume and density of the tissues in affected areas will increase as more tissues develop. This tissue swelling causes distortion of the normal nail plate and skin placement. The base of the nail will also become swollen, red, and spongy-like. While finger and toe clubbing may sound painful, most patients who experience clubbing will not feel any pain from it. The occurrence of clubbing in individuals with hepatopulmonary syndrome could be a result of blood vessel dilation in the distant areas of the fingers that may trigger the development of extra connective tissue.

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