Fingernail Abnormalities - What do they mean?

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ealth Tip: Don't Ignore Fingernail Abnormalities

Health Tip: Don't Ignore Fingernail Abnormalities

HealthDay News) -- An abnormality in all or some of your fingernails can signal a potentially serious medical condition. The U.S. National Library of Medicine offers these examples: Sunken areas on the fingernail can signal malnourishment. An abnormal shape to the fingernail, with ridges and an inward curve, can signal iron deficiency anemia. White flecks in the nail can indicate leukonychia, which could be caused by factors including zinc deficiency or heavy metal poisoning. An abnormal color or tenderness could indicate an infection, often caused by fungus or yeast. Streaks of blood in the nail can signal an infection, notably effecting heart valves. -- Diana Kohnle Read more at www.medicinenet.com

 

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