I have noticed over the lst few weeks that I am developing deep vertical ridges in my fingernails- I vaguely recall hearing that this is a lack of something, but I don't rememeber what??
2007-06-12 09:34:41 · 8 answers · asked by wheezie 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
potassium
2007-06-12 09:41:46 · answer #1 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-25 03:27:23 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Beau's lines are deep grooved lines that run from side to side on the fingernail. They may look like indentations or ridges in the nail plate. There are several reasons that humans get Beau's lines. It is believed that there is a temporary cessation of cell division in the nail matrix. This may be caused by an infection or problem in the nail fold, where the nails begins to form, or it may be caused by an injury to that area. Some other reasons for these lines include: trauma, coronary occlusion, hypocalcaemia, skin disease and may be a sign of systemic disease. It may also be caused by an illness of the body, such as diabetes, certain drugs, such as those used in chemotherapy or even malnutrition. This condition of the nail was named by a French physician, Joseph Honoré Simon Beau (1806-1865), who first described it in 1846.
2007-06-12 09:37:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Changes in the nails can often indicate a health problem. For instance - people who suffer from autoimmune diseases such as crohns disease, ulcerative colitis, psoriatic arthritis etc will often have ridges on their nails. If you don't have a balanced diet try taking a good quality multivitamin supplement - check with your local pharmacist (they often will suggest a specific vitamin supplement that is right for you) but if you are concerned about your health see you doctor.
2007-06-12 09:46:32 · answer #4 · answered by Keeshamist 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ridges in your nail bed most likely are an indication of dehydration. They can also occur if during a manicure your curticles are pushed back too vigorously causing an injury to the nail plate.
2007-06-12 09:38:28 · answer #5 · answered by sleepingliv 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had them extremely undesirable as quickly as I had Ulcerative Colitis. My well-being care expert stated becasue of all the tummy problems i grew to become into having, that i might experience this. when I had the operation and issues commencing going returned to widespread the ridges went away.
2016-10-09 01:52:25 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I remember hearing that as well and I think it's a lack or iron.
2007-06-12 09:43:33 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
lack iron. Have a blood test to see if you're iron deficient or anemic. Don't take iron supplements without a blood test.
2007-06-12 09:38:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋