For a few months now my thumbs and index fingers are getting ripples or ridges in them like ruffles potatoe chips, does that mean i need more calcium? Thank you for your answers.
2007-02-12 04:52:28 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Women's Health
I have psoriasis and that affects my fingernails. There are several causes for what you described though. Check out the link you may find your cause or answer there.
2007-02-12 04:57:22 · answer #1 · answered by Robin H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a full spectrum of minerals, not just calcium - the health food store will have a few brands, some in tablet or capsule and some in liquid form. I recommend New Chapter brand or Rainbow Light. Once you add this to your diet, the nails will smooth out as they grow.
2007-02-12 05:29:05 · answer #2 · answered by Miss G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have the ridges too. It's a sign of an underactive thyroid gland, but it can also be a sign of a vitamin deficiency, kidney problems, or just part of getting older
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2007-02-12 06:13:50 · answer #3 · answered by DNA 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lack of vitamins
2007-02-12 05:04:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋