This list is not all inclusive, and the causes are not presented in order of likelihood. The causes of this symptom can include unlikely diseases and medications. Furthermore, the causes may vary based on age and gender of the affected person, as well as on the specific characteristics of the symptom such as quality, time course, and associated complaints. Use the Symptom Analysis option to explore the possible explanations for clubbing, occurring alone or in combination with other problems. There is no specific treatment for the clubbing itself.
Home care depends on the specific diagnosis.
However, this is a relatively late symptom, and other earlier symptoms have usually occurred that require the attention of your health care provider. Diagnosis of that condition is based on the family history, medical history, and thorough physical evaluation. The physical examination may include thorough assessment of the chest and breathing. Clubbing results from chronic low blood-oxygen levels. This can be seen with cystic fibrosis, congenital cyanotic heart disease, and several other diseases.