Have you ever wonder how fingernail changes due to different conditions of the body. The nail may indicate an early stage of many diseases. Here is a list of nail changes that indicate some chronic or acute illness.
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White nail
It is natural if your nail is white at the top. But if the whole nail become white it may indicate-
If you notice dark lines that are about as wide as a pen’s ink cartridge, this could be a sign of melanoma. This is a dangerous type of skin cancer.
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Split or Cracked Nails
Thyroid disease
Repeated trauma, especially frequent contact with water (e.g. hand washing, dishwashing, bathing, etc.)
Medication side effects
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Nail Clubbing
Lung disease
Thyroid disease
Inflammatory bowel disease
Liver disease
Cardiovascular disease (heart disease)
HIV/AIDS
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Puffy, Red Nail Fold
If your nail fold is puffy, this is due to inflammation. The most common cause of nail fold inflammation is a skin infection from bacteria, viruses or yeast.
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Ridges on the Nails
Diabetes
Severe injury
Past illness or medication exposure