Nail Concerns
Understanding Nail Concerns
Nail concerns can impact the appearance, texture, and overall health of your nails, often signaling underlying conditions.
At Oak Dermatology, we help diagnose and treat a wide range of nail concerns, including:
- Fungal nail infections often cause thickened, discolored, or brittle nails.
- Ingrown toenails occur when the nail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, redness, and swelling.
- Nail psoriasis may cause pitting, ridges, discoloration, or nail separation from the nail bed.
- Nail trauma is often the result of an injury, leading to bruising, lacerations, or deformities of the nail.
- Brittle nails easily split or break due to frequent water exposure, chemical irritants, or nutritional deficiencies.
- Nail discoloration: Yellowing or darkening that may indicate underlying health conditions or infections.
- Beau’s lines: Horizontal depressions on the nail plate that may appear after severe illness or trauma.
Treating Nail Concerns
Treating nail concerns requires a personalized approach based on the specific condition and its underlying cause. Our providers use a variety of techniques to diagnose the cause of nail problems, including physical examination using a magnifying lens to closely examine nails and nail scraping to test for fungus.
Common treatment strategies depend on the diagnosis:
- Topical antifungal creams may be prescribed to treat fungal infections.
- Addressing root causes for conditions such as psoriasis or nutritional deficiencies.
- Recommending proper nail hygiene, over-the-counter treatment, and home remedies as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
Our team of providers will work with you to develop a treatment plan that restores nail health and prevents future issues.
Nail Concerns
FAQs
Symptoms include nail discoloration, thickening, brittleness, and potential separation from the nail bed.
Yes, by trimming nails straight across, avoiding tight shoes, and practicing good foot hygiene, you can help prevent ingrown toenails.
Treatment may involve topical steroids, systemic medications, and managing underlying psoriasis through lifestyle changes and targeted therapies.
To strengthen brittle nails, avoid prolonged exposure to water and harsh chemicals, use moisturizing creams, and consider taking biotin supplements.
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