2006-10-10 09:12:46 · 5 answers · asked by gotjah 1 in Health ➔ Men's Health
It's a common medical myth that white spots on your fingernails are caused by too little calcium in your diet. However, these white spots (called leukonychia) are not a sign of a calcium deficiency. But they can be an indicator of other problems.
The most common cause of leukonychia is blunt trauma to the nail bed, such as a knock or a blow. Due to the slow growth rate of nails, the white spots of leukonychia may appear gradually and linger for months.
Other causes could include a rough manicure, a slight allergic reaction to enamels or other nail products, or even a mild bacterial or fungal infection.
White spots can also appear on toenails, but regardless of their location, they are generally harmless and will disappear with time. However, a nail that turns completely white could be a symptom of liver disease and should be looked at by a doctor.
2006-10-10 09:16:14 · answer #1 · answered by lulu 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Extra Calcium Deposits.
2006-10-10 16:41:19 · answer #2 · answered by iblamethebirdflu 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Calcium deficiency
2006-10-10 17:27:32 · answer #3 · answered by bugear001 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
im not sure, but i hate that, i have that on my nails too sometimes.
2006-10-10 17:03:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
calcium or something
2006-10-10 16:14:07 · answer #5 · answered by chrisbode1 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋