White spots on nails?

Question

I have white spots on my nails. What causes it and how can I get rid of them?

Answer 1

While there are many reasons for these white spots (called leukonychia), most of them are due to mild trauma -- such as hitting or slamming your fingernail on or into something -- and there's usually little cause for worry. The good news is they'll simply grow out with time.

Occasionally they may indicate a zinc deficiency or in some cases they can also indicate liver or kidney disease. In most cases, you simply injured the nail and it will disappear as the nail grows out.

Answer 2

I've looked this one up before. Hope this gives yo the info you need. "There are many myths surrounding those mysterious white spots on fingernails that occasionally show up, but the simple truth is that the majority of white spots on fingernails are caused by a previous injury to the nail bed. They can be loosely compared to bruises on the skin. If you notice white spots, also known as leukonychia, on your nails, they unlikely to have been caused by a vitamin or mineral deficiency. In a few cases, white spots on fingernails can indicate an underlying infection, but much more commonly, they are the result of injury. Similar to bruising, white spots on fingernails do not show up immediately. It may take several days or weeks before you notice the spots. Because they are generally the result of a minor injury, you are likely to have forgotten all about banging your fingernail against the car door. White spots on fingernails are usually not the result of serious injury to the nail, such as being hit with a hammer, which would more likely result in dark blue to black spots and possible necrosis or death of the nail tissue. Fingernails grow at an average rate of half an inch per month, so most visible injuries to the nail take about eight weeks to grow out completely. Sometimes, white spots on fingernails fade before they completely grow out. Some of the common myths associated with white spots on fingernails claim they are the result of a calcium deficiency or eating too much mayonnaise. While these white spots may be the result of a zinc deficiency, it is likely that other signs of zinc deficiency, such as hair loss or a slow immune system, would be present as well. Occasionally, a few white spots on fingernails may indicate an allergic reaction to a product used on the nail, such as nail polish, hardener, or polish remover. Many people who wear acrylic nails find white spots on their fingernails after removing the artificial nails. The spots could simply signal trauma to the nail bed during application of the acrylic nails or an allergic reaction to one of the products used. However, acrylic nails have been known to cause fungal infections, which appear yellowish. If you have questions concerning your fingernail health or notice large areas of white on the nail bed, visit a dermatologist and discontinue using nail products until your visit."

Answer 3

i have those also. it means that pressure was or is being applied on them while t hat nail was growing. sadly you cannot get rid of them you will have to let them grow out. if you press on your fingers or slammed them in a door the white spots will come back. hope that helps.

Answer 4

the white spoots on your nails are caused by lack of zinc if you eat foods with more zinc or take a multivitamin it will go away, but untill them ou can always paint them. good luck

Answer 5

you could possibly go to the nail salon and having your nail stylist look at them, i`m not sure what it could be, but maybe they could help you.

in the mean time you could wait until they go away,
possibly see a doctor,
or just paint right over them.


i hope this helps :)

Answer 6

I knew someone who had those and they said that it was something like a calcium deficiency. I think that is true because I used to have them and now I don't, and coincidentally I also get more dairy than I used to.

Answer 7

nail trauma, and you have to wait until they grow out

Answer 8

from injuries to that nail be more careful