COMMON DISEASES OF NAILS
Fingernails and toenails are important parts of the body, helping to protect the fingertips and toes from external influences. However, fingernails and toenails can also be affected by many different diseases, causing pain, discomfort and affecting aesthetics. If you have the following symptoms, see a doctor for timely treatment!
1. Nail fungus
Onychomycosis is the most common nail disease, affecting about 20% of the population. Onychomycosis is caused by a fungal infection in the fingernails or toenails. Onychomycosis is more common in toenails than fingernails, especially in people with hot, damp feet.
Symptoms of nail fungus include:
Nails are discolored, usually white, yellow, or green.
Nails become thickened, brittle, and break easily.
Nails peel and fall off.
2. Nail inflammation
Nail inflammation is an inflammation of the fingernails or toenails. Nail inflammation can be caused by many things, including:
Infection: Infectious nail inflammation can be caused by bacteria, viruses, or fungi.
Trauma: Traumatic nail inflammation can be caused by impact, or by cutting the nail too short.
Internal medical diseases: Nail inflammation can also be a sign of some internal medical diseases, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, thyroid disease,...
3. Nail deformity
Nail deformity is a condition in which fingernails or toenails change in shape, thickness, or color. Nail deformity can be caused by many reasons, including:
Trauma: Nail deformity due to trauma can be due to impact, or due to cutting the nail too short.
Internal medical diseases: Nail deformity can also be a sign of some internal medical diseases, such as thyroid disease, diabetes, joint disease,...
Lifestyle changes: Nail deformities can also be caused by lifestyle changes, such as smoking, alcohol use, unbalanced diet,...
Symptoms of nail deformity include:
Nails are curved, crooked, or protruding.
Nails become thickened, brittle, and break easily.
Nails peel and fall off.
4. Nail cancer
Nail cancer is a rare type of cancer, common in people over 60 years old. Nail cancer often starts in the cuticle layer of the nail, then can spread to other areas of the body.
Symptoms of nail cancer include:
Nail discoloration, usually black, brown, or red.
Nails become thickened, brittle, and break easily.
Nails peel and fall off.
The nail may bleed, or have lumps.
How to prevent nail disease:
To prevent nail disease, you need:
Keep your fingernails and toenails clean: Wash your hands and feet regularly with soap and clean water.
Trim fingernails and toenails neatly: Do not cut nails too short to avoid damaging nails.
Use gloves when doing housework or coming into contact with chemicals.
Don't smoke, limit drinking alcohol.
A balanced diet, full of nutrients necessary for the body, especially vitamins and minerals.
Regular nail care at Mornington Spa, using premium products and sterilized tools 24/7, to prevent nail disease.
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