a recognition that genres are situated within discourse communities, wherein the beliefs and naming practices of members have relevance an emphasis on communicative purpose and social action an interest in generic structure (and its rationale)
Because of the potential implication of circulation disorders, darkened skin around the ankles that is not immediately explainable by simple environmental factors should be promptly called to the attention of a medical doctor for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.
Other conditions that can cause dark cuticles is bruising of the fingers or toes. If the cuticle darkens, but returns to a normal color within a few days, the likely cause is bleeding or bruising of the nail and surrounding tissues due to an injury. One uncommon cause of darkened cuticles is skin cancer.