We usually don't pay much attention to our fingernails or toenails unless they give us problem. Then we start googling for help, right? In this post, I like to share 5 common problems and how you can treat them.
1. Nails that are soft, thin, brittle, and break easily - called onychoschizia.
Cause: Repeatedly wetting and drying the nails eg. if you do a lot of washing or swim regularly.
Treatment: Protect them by using moisturisers and wearing rubber gloves.
Less common cause: Iron deficiency or underlying illnesses.
Treatment: Get a blood test done and take iron supplements.
My story:
I used to suffer from this problem regularly - my fingernails would crack and I would have to be very careful to not aggravate the crack until the nail grows back. I would wrap the nail with a band-aid if the break-line was deep. Very irritating and inconvenient. Much to my surprise, after taking Yung Kien Pollen for a period of time, I noticed I no longer suffer from that. Perhaps it's due to the complete range of vitamins and minerals in Yung Kien Pollen that replenishes the deficiency. Whatever it may be, I am just grateful not to be troubled by that anymore.
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2. Dented nails with little pits in them. Nail colour may change to yellow or brown, some bleeding may occur under the nail or nail is separated from nail bed.
Cause: Nail psoriasis.
Treatment: Dermatologist may treat with corticosteroid cream, steroid injections, tazarotene for nail pitting an discolouration, calcipotriol for build-up of skin under the nail or laser treatment.
I highly recommend you to look at an alternative solution called Lingzhi / Ganoderma - click on this article:
http://www.pingofhealth.com/2019/12/101-on-psoriasis.html
3. Yellow coloured nails which are thick and break off easily.
Cause: Nail fungal infection. Higher risk for people who sweat a lot, go around barefooted in wet locker rooms, or go for manicures and pedicures.
Treatment: Doctor may prescribe anti-fungals or fully remove your nail, which will grow back.
4. Very thick and hard toenail, almost like a horn - called onychorgryphosis.
Cause: Genetics, or injury to that toenail, poor blood circulation, psoriasis or a skin condition called ichthyosis.
Treatment: A podiatrist or dermatologist can help to cut the nail. The only permanent treatment is to remove the nail bed completely. Let that be the last resort - explore other options first.
5. Ingrown toenail, which can cause pain, swelling and become infected.
Cause: Genetics or not keeping the nails trimmed neatly, wearing tight socks or shoes, or physical injury.
Treatment: Soak nails in warm water 3 to 4 times a day, wear comfortable shoes, keep feet dry. If nothing works, you may need surgery.
(Source: Nail-ing that condition, Starhealth, 11 July 2021)
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