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Nail Diseases Causes Treatment

It is a rare disorder characterized by Treatment typically focuses on


yellow, thickened, and curved nails managing the underlying respiratory
1. Yellow nail syndrome
with slowed or stopped nail growth. and lymphatic issues.
This syndrome is frequently associated
with respiratory problems, such as
pleural effusion and chronic
bronchitis. The exact cause of yellow
nail syndrome is unknown, but it may
be linked to lymphatic system
dysfunction or genetic factors.

2. Anonychia It is a congenital disorder There is no cure for anonychia,


characterized by the partial or treatment focuses on managing
complete absence of nails on one or symptoms and improving cosmetic
more fingers or toes. It can be caused appearance using prosthetic nails or
by genetic mutations or nail wraps.
abnormalities during fetal
development. Individuals with
anonychia may also experience
abnormalities in nail shape, size, or
texture.

3.Leukonychia totalis It is a nail anomaly disorder Treatment options are limited and
characterized by complete white often focus on addressing any
discoloration of the nails. The exact underlying medical conditions
cause is unknown, but it is believed
to be genetic. While leukonychia
totalis is generally harmless, it can be
a source of cosmetic concern.

4. Subungual Squamous Cell Carcinoma It is a rare type of skin cancer that Treatment usually involves surgical
(SSSC) develops under the nail. It often removal of the tumor.
presents as a single, thickened, and
discolored nail with pain, swelling, and
bleeding. Risk factors for SSSC include
chronic infection, trauma, and
exposure to certain chemicals.

5. Nail melanoma It is a form of melanoma that Early detection is crucial for successful
develops in the pigment-producing treatment, as nail melanoma can
cells of the nail. It often presents as a spread to other parts of the body.
dark, pigmented band on the nail, Treatment often includes surgical
which may be accompanied by nail removal of the tumor.
thickening, splitting, or bleeding.
Nail Disorders Causes Treatment

1. Haemorrhagic onychomadesis It is a rare nail disorder characterized Treatment often involves managing
by nail detachment from the nail bed, the underlying cause and providing
often accompanied by bleeding supportive care.
underneath. This condition can be
caused by various factors, including
trauma, infections, and certain
medications.

2. Onychomatricoma It is a benign tumor that develops in Treatment typically involves surgical


the nail matrix, the area where the removal of the tumor.
nail plate grows. It often presents as a
single, thickened, and discolored nail
with pain and swelling.

3. Onychopapilloma It is a benign tumor that develops on Treatment typically involves surgery to


the nail bed. It often presents as a remove the fleshy growth on the nail.
small, fleshy growth on the nail, which
may be painful or itchy. The exact
cause is unknown, but it is not
thought to be related to trauma or
infection.

It is a rare genetic disorder that affects There is no cure for nail patella
the nails, bones, and kidneys. It is syndrome, but it focuses on managing
characterized by abnormal nail symptoms and preventing
development, including pitting, complications.
ridging, and discoloration. It is caused
by mutations in the LMX1A gene.

4.Nail patella syndrome

5. It is a rare genetic skin disorder that There is no cure for Darier disease, but
Darier affects the nails, skin, and hair. It is treatment focuses on managing the
characterized by abnormal nail symptoms and improving the
development, including pitting, appearance of the skin and nails.
ridging, and discoloration. It is caused
by mutations in the ATP2A2 gene.
disease

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