Nails and Health. Is there any relation ?

• Our nails tell us various diseases in our body.

1. Did you know your nails can reveal clues to your overall health?
   1. A touch of white here, a rosy tinge there, or some rippling or bumps may be a sign of disease in the body.
   2. Problems in the liver, lungs, and heart can show up in your nails.
2. Pale Nails sometimes be a sign of serious illness, such as:
   1. Anemia.
   2. Congestive heart failure.
   3. Liver disease.
   4. Malnutrition.
3. White Nails :
   1. The nails are mostly white with darker rims, this can indicate :
   2. Liver problems, such as hepatitis.
4. Yellow Nails :
   1. One of the most common causes of yellow nails is a fungal infection.
   2. As the infection worsens, the nail bed may retract, and nails may thicken and crumble.
   3. In rare cases, yellow nails can indicate a more serious condition such as :
      1. Severe thyroid disease.
      2. Lung disease.
      3. Diabetes.
      4. Psoriasis.
5. Bluish Nails :
   1. Nails with a bluish tint can mean the body isn’t getting enough oxygen.
   2. This could indicate an infection in :
   3. The lungs, such as pneumonia.
   4. Some heart problems can be associated with bluish nails.
6. Rippled Nails :
   1. If the nail surface is rippled or pitted, this may be an early sign of :
   2. Psoriasis.
   3. Inflammatory arthritis.
7. Cracked or Split Nails :
   1. Dry, brittle nails that frequently crack or split have been linked to :
   2. Thyroid disease.
   3. Cracking or splitting combined with a yellowish hue is more likely due to a fungal infection.
8. Puffy Nail Fold :
   1. If the skin around the nail appears red and puffy.
   2. This is known as inflammation of the nail fold. It may be the result of:
   3. Lupus or another autoimmune disease.
   4. Infection can also cause redness and inflammation of the nail fold.
9. Dark Lines Beneath the Nail :
   1. Dark lines beneath the nail should be investigated as soon as possible.
   2. They are sometimes caused by melanoma, the most dangerous type of skin cancer.
10. Gnawed Nails:
    1. Biting your nails may be nothing more than an old habit.
    2. But in some cases it’s a sign of persistent anxiety that could benefit from treatment.
    3. Nail biting or picking has also been linked to obsessive-compulsive disorder.
    4. If you can’t stop, it’s worth discussing with your doctor.
11. Nails Are Only Part of the Puzzle. Instead of any change in the nail morphology you may not have any disease.
• But when ever you see some change, it is better to consult your doctor.

(Modified from webMD)