My toenails turn blue at random times, is this concerning?

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Ever since I was little, my toenails turn blue at random times and I feel no symptoms. Also, since as long as I can remember, they have been vertically cracked. 

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    Blue would imply a lack of oxygen in the blood or construction of the toe vessels. You probably have a circulatory issue, though it’s nothing life threatening.

    As for vertical crack that seems like issues with keratin of the nails.

    Perhaps see a rheumatologist for more answers.

    Good luck 

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