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A typical onychoschisis: The nails become brittle and discolored from the edge.
Along with the face, the hands are one of the most exposed parts of a person’s body. But hands in particular can have visual flaws for a variety of reasons: Warts, fingernails that have been chewed down, torn or protruding skin, or brittle and discolored fingernails often trigger shame in those affected.
The fact that the appearance of the hands plays an important role in our society can be seen from the wide range of manicures. This fact is certainly also due to the culture of greeting, in which shaking hands plays an important role. In addition, the sight of beautiful hands also has something aesthetic about it – whether it’s a fetish or not.
Nails chip off in layers
A relatively large number of people in Switzerland suffer from brittle nails. Women are affected more often. There are two forms: onychoschisis and onychorrhexis. One speaks of onychomschisis when nails splinter off in layers from the edge that has not grown together with the skin. Onychorrhexis refers to longitudinal splitting of the nails.
There can be different reasons for both forms. Possible causes of onychoschisis include vitamin or iron deficiencies, malnutrition, hypothyroidism, or frequent exposure to water or chemicals. The causes of onychorrhexis are metabolic diseases and malnutrition.
Causes of brittle nails
Brittle fingernails can have many causes. chemicals are considered to be one of the main causes. Frequent contact with soaps, detergents and detergents or nail polish removers can lead to nail brittleness. In addition, brittle nails are also affected Vitamin and mineral deficiencies associated: vitamins A, B, C, Bioton, folic acid or cobalamin as well as calcium and iron promote strong nail growth.
In addition, brittle nails can also be symptoms of Skin and thyroid diseases be: Nail fungus, psoriasis, eczema or lichen planus are skin diseases that can also attack the nail structure. In the case of an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) and other diseases that affect the hormonal balance, nail growth can be disturbed.
What really helps against nail fungus?
Yellow discoloration, brittleness, blistering – nail fungus is unaesthetic and can also be painful. In addition to the stage, there are various other factors that can affect healing. The question is, as is so often the case: tablets, ointments and special paint or a home remedy?
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A nail fungus infection can disfigure nails and can also be painful.
Yellow discoloration, brittleness, blistering – nail fungus is unaesthetic and can also be painful. In addition to the stage, there are various other factors that can affect healing. The question is, as is so often the case: tablets, ointments and special paint or a home remedy?
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When should you go to the doctor for brittle nails?
Even if discolored or brittle nails do not pose an acute danger, it is worth contacting a medical specialist as early as possible. If it is a nail fungus, for example, the longer you wait, the longer it will take to treat it.
Treatment then depends on the diagnosis. In the event of deficiency symptoms, the diet must be changed so that it is more balanced. If this is not enough, dietary supplements or even infusions can be considered. In addition, blood tests also provide information about whether the symptoms are related to the hormone balance.
11 foods for beautiful skin and nails
With the right diet you do something good for your body, and skin and nails can also be strengthened from the inside out. These 11 foods promote beauty.
With the right diet you do something good for your body, and skin and nails can also be strengthened from the inside out. These 11 foods promote beauty.
Tips for healthy nails
If you pay attention to a few things, you can promote the regeneration of the nails or prevent brittleness:
- A healthy and balanced diet helps nails grow strong and form a strong nail structure.
- Nails can be cared for with little effort: cutting and filing are definitely better than roughly tearing off and biting off.
- Wear work gloves when cleaning and washing up – especially if you use aggressive agents.
- Oil baths provide nails with helpful substances and create a protective film.
- Nails can be supplied with minerals using special varnishes.
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