Nail Disorders
Nail problems make up about 10 percent of all dermatological conditions.
- Symptoms that could signal nail problems include changes in color, shape, and/or thickness, swelling of the skin around the nails, bleeding or discharge, and pain.
- Fungal infections cause about half of all nail disorders. They are more common in toenails because the toes often are confined to a warm, moist, weight-bearing environment.
- Although rare, melanomas can grow underneath the nail.Such melanomas may be mistaken for an injury, so you should consult a dermatologist if a dark-colored streak appears within the nail plate, if the nail discoloration does not gradually improve, or if the size of the streak increases over time.
- White spots that appear after an injury to the nail.
- Vertical lines, known as splinter hemorrhages, under the nails that are caused by nail injury or certain drugs or diseases.
- Bacterial infections, most often due to injury, poor skin hygiene, nail biting, finger sucking, or frequent exposure to water.
- Ingrown toenails, which are caused by improper nail trimming, poor stance, digestive problems, or tight shoes.
Other common nail problems include:
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