Possible Causes for nail abnormality Iron Deficiency Patients may have pica, an abnormal craving to eat substances (eg, ice, dirt, paint). [merckmanuals.com] […] first few days of treatment Increase in reticulocyte count (red blood cell precursors) and haemoglobin concentration within a week Slow recovery of tongue papillae, skin, nails [dermnetnz.org] Other symptoms of severe deficiency include glossitis, cheilosis, and concave nails (koilonychia). [merckmanuals.com] Anemia Anemia Facts Anemia describes the condition in which the number of red blood cells in the blood is low. For this reason, doctors sometimes describe someone with anemia as having a low blood count. A person who has anemia is called anemic. Blood is comprised of two parts: a liquid called the plasma and a cellular part.[…] [emedicinehealth.com] Dermatitis The following conditions may affect patients with DH, especially when it is associated with coeliac disease: Aphthous ulcers and angular cheilitis Dry skin, nail and hair [web.archive.org] […] and hair abnormalities Dental problems: thin enamel Neurological problems: ataxia (loss of balance), polyneuropathy, epilepsy Heart problems: pericarditis and cardiomyopathy [dermnetnz.org] ” of the nail folds; abnormal widening (dilation) of capillaries of the nailbeds; or other findings. [rarediseases.org] Raynaud Syndrome Abnormal nail-fold capillary patterns can suggest the possibility of an associated rheumatic condition. [rxlist.com] Furthermore, capillary nail-fold abnormalities can frequently be found as described above. What specialties of doctors treat Raynaud's phenomenon? [rxlist.com] Goiter Thyroid carcinoma (TC) is a relatively rare tumour, but it represents the most frequent form of cancer of the endocrine glands. Epidemiologically ascertained risk factors are ionising radiation, the presence of thyroid adenoma and multinodular goiter (MNG). Multinodularity of goiter should no longer be considered an[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Iron Deficiency Anemia Patients may have pica, an abnormal craving to eat substances (eg, ice, dirt, paint). [msdmanuals.com] Other symptoms of severe deficiency include glossitis, cheilosis, and concave nails (koilonychia). [msdmanuals.com] Neuropathy To determine whether ultrasound-guided percutaneous sural nerve needle biopsy yields sufficient tissue for analysis in a patient with suspected vasculitis-related peripheral neuropathy. With real-time ultrasound guidance, a hydrodissection of the sural nerve from the adjacent small saphenous vein was first[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Psoriasis Fawcett RS, Linford S, Stulberg DL (2004) Nail abnormalities: clues to systemic disease. Am Fam Physician 69(6):1417–1424 PubMed Google Scholar 7. [dx.doi.org] See 15 Fingernail Abnormalities: Nail the Diagnosis, a Critical Images slideshow, to help identify conditions associated with various nail abnormalities. [emedicine.com] This patient has extensive psoriasis, nail involvement, and joint pain. [emedicine.com] Hypothyroidism Introduction Abnormal levels of circulating thyroid hormone (thyroxine) and underlying diseases may lead to alterations in the appearance of skin, hair and nails. [dermnetnz.org] Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Spontaneous globe luxation is a rarely reported condition which can lead to complications like optic neuropathy. Common causes are thyroid eye disease, shallow orbit and floppy eyelid syndrome. We report a case of spontaneous globe luxation with the onset and severity associated with chronic obstructive pulmonary[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Heart Failure Several new devices for the treatment of heart failure (HF) patients have been introduced and are increasingly used in clinical practice or are under clinical evaluation in either observational and/or randomized clinical trials. These devices include cardiac contractility modulation, spinal cord stimulation, carotid sinus[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Lymphedema […] hemangiomas, cleft palate, ptosis, short stature, webbed neck, strabismus, thoracic duct abnormalities, and microphthalmia. [emedicine.medscape.com] Primary lymphedema has also been associated with yellow nail syndrome. This entity may be associated with recurrent pleural effusions and bronchiectasis. [emedicine.medscape.com] […] with primary lymphedema include the following: Turner syndrome Noonan syndrome Klinefelter syndrome Neurofibromatosis type 1 Hemangiomas Xanthomatosis Congenital absence of nails [emedicine.medscape.com] Hemolytic Anemia From Wikidata Jump to navigation Jump to search form of anemia due to hemolysis haemolytic anaemia ANEMIA HEMOLYTIC secondary anemia from hemolysis Hemolytic Anemia Anemia, Hemolytic edit English hemolytic anemia form of anemia due to hemolysis haemolytic anaemia ANEMIA HEMOLYTIC secondary anemia from hemolysis[…] [wikidata.org] Liver Cirrhosis Gastroparesis has long been associated with diabetes mellitus or autonomic dysfunction in general. Unfortunately, this condition has never been explored sufficiently in liver cirrhosis patients, although a significant number of them have gastrointestinal symptoms usually explained by the presence of ascites or[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Hyperthyroidism Introduction Abnormal levels of circulating thyroid hormone (thyroxine) and underlying diseases may lead to alterations in the appearance of skin, hair and nails. [dermnetnz.org] Arteriosclerosis Accelerated arteriosclerosis has emerged as a major life-threatening complication in long-term survivors of heart transplantation. It has been proposed that accelerated arteriosclerosis is an immune-mediated complication of rejection. We observed a striking endothelialitis in the coronary arteries of two explanted[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Inguinal Hernia We use cookies to improve our service and to tailor our content and advertising to you. More info Close You can manage your cookie settings via your browser at any time. To learn more about how we use cookies, please see our cookies policy Close Intended for healthcare professionals Education Inguinal hernias[…] [doi.org] Tinea Pedis Tinea unguium was defined as a positive direct examination with potassium hydroxide and culture of the etiological agent from subjects with clinically abnormal nails. [jcm.asm.org] […] information on skin abnormalities that could help identify these diseases in aged care facilities (long-term care facilities (LTCFs) and nursing homes). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Nail clippings should be collected from abnormal toenails. [bpac.org.nz] Onychomycosis It is the most common disease of the nails and constitutes about half of all nail abnormalities. [imedpub.com] What Does a Fungal Nail Infection Look Like? Onychomycosis presents as nail abnormality or a progressive degeneration of the nail tissue (dystrophy). [probitymedical.com] Even in cases where treatment has been effective, the nails may have persistent abnormal appearance. [probitymedical.com] Malignant Melanoma of the Skin It is often hard to diagnose acral lentiginous melanoma because it’s hard to see abnormal areas on the soles of the feet or under the nails. [cancer.ca] Acral lentiginous melanoma usually develops on the soles of the feet, on the palms of the hands or under the nails. [cancer.ca] Graves Disease […] breast enlargement (men) Increased hair loss Diminished sex drive Brittle nails Thyroid storm, a complication of Graves' disease, may lead to life-threatening heart, liver [healthcentral.com] Reddening of the palms Thinning of hair Bright, shiny eyes Staring look and inability of the eye lid to cover the eyes completely Increased heart rate and abnormal rhythms [news-medical.net] […] myxedema (lumpy, reddish-colored thickening of the skin, usually on the shins) Double vision Muscle wasting Increased eye tearing Infrequent or absent menstrual periods Abnormal [healthcentral.com] Paronychia Nail abnormalities were rated as cured (regrowth of cuticle with normal proximal nail fold), improved (proximal nail fold not inflamed, absence of cuticle, nail plate growing [mdedge.com] Nail plate abnormalities also improved in six patients. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] (chronic) pink, swollen nail folds (chronic) missing cuticle (chronic) underlying nail plate abnormalities (chronic) History & Exam Details Diagnostic Tests 1st Tests To [online.epocrates.com] Plummer-Vinson Syndrome Symptoms Difficulty swallowing Weakness Signs and tests You may develop skin and nail abnormalities thatyour doctor can see during an exam. [indiatoday.in] Exams and Tests Your health care provider will do an exam to look for abnormal areas on your skin and nails. [account.allinahealth.org] Your health care provider will do an exam to look for abnormal areas on your skin and nails. [eclinicalworks.adam.com] Onychia Drug-induced nail changes are caused by drug usage which may result in various abnormalities.[6]:665–6 Treatment[edit] In approximately half of suspected nail fungus cases [en.wikipedia.org] External links [ edit ] Fungal Nail Infections - explanation covering causes, treatment, and prevention Links to pictures of Nail Diseases (Hardin MD/Univ of Iowa) Nail Abnormalities [en.wikipedia.org] Infections - explanation covering causes, treatment, and prevention Links to pictures of Nail Diseases (Hardin MD/Univ of Iowa) Nail Abnormalities: Clues to Systemic Disease [en.wikipedia.org] Microcytic Anemia Brittle or rigid fingernails may be a result of abnormal thinness of nails due to insufficient iron supply. [newworldencyclopedia.org] Patients may have pica, an abnormal craving to eat substances (eg, ice, dirt, paint). [merckmanuals.com] […] whereas others are specific for Fanconi anemia (eg, 1q and 3q ) Dyskeratosis congenita Dyskeratosis congenita is characterized by the diagnostic physical triad of dysplastic nails [emedicine.medscape.com] Infective Endocarditis Factors that can cause the fungus to become more visible include high humidity, as well as immune or hormone abnormalities. [en.wikipedia.org] Cutaneous mycoses[edit] Cutaneous mycoses extend deeper into the epidermis, and also include invasive hair and nail diseases. [en.wikipedia.org] Peripheral Vascular Disease nail and hair growth in the affected leg.[3] Complications may include an infection or tissue death which may require amputation; coronary artery disease, or stroke.[4] Up [en.wikipedia.org] […] classic symptom is leg pain when walking which resolves with rest, known as intermittent claudication.[2] Other symptoms include skin ulcers, bluish skin, cold skin, or abnormal [en.wikipedia.org] Onychocryptosis Ingrowing of the nail of the hallux has been ascribed to an abnormality of the shape of the nail; our prospective study was planned to test this association. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] It is ascribed to poor trimming of the nails in combination with local pressure due to ill-fitting footwear, hyperhidrosis, poor foot hygiene and nail abnormalities. [ijdvl.com] Simple cure for the ingrown toenailAust Fam Physician1998274299 PearsonHJBuryRNWapplesJWatkinDFIngrowing toenails: is there a nail abnormality? [cfp.ca] Bronchogenic Carcinoma Metastasis of bronchogenic carcinoma to the chest wall and axillary lymphnodes is a rare occurrence. This study reports the case of a patient presenting with chest wall swelling as initial symptom which on evaluation was found to be a lymphnode metastasis. The patient also had axillary lymphnode metastasis on the[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov] Carcinoma of the Lung A 71-year-old man presented with a progressive right knee pain which persisted for 6 months and was not relieved by pain medications. He had a history of lung squamous carcinoma 1 year ago. X-ray and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) revealed hyperostosis, degenerative changes, and occupancy lesions of the right[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
