Question 1

can biting your nails cause gum disease and diabetes?

Accepted Answer

NO: Gum disease is caused by bacterial etiology, with destruction of bone support due to host reaction to the bacteria and bacterial product, and the exacerbation of destruction due to malocclusion and medical well being.  Diabetes is caused by inability to regulate glucose level in the blood.  Nail biting has nothing to do with both of these diseases.

Question 2

will biting your nails cause gum disease and diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Not in my opinion: No. It may hurt your nails and possibly your teeth but nothing else.

Question 3

what diseases can you get from biting your nails?

Accepted Answer

When biting nails: There may be injury to surrounding skin/ tissue which creates a portal for many types of infections. I know that if you bite your nails when you have strep throat - it can spread there. I know, I did it once.

Question 4

can you tell me is biting your nails a anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

Nail biting: Is an anxious habit. It would not qualify as an anxiety disorder. There are behavior modifications techniques which can help you get over this habit.

Question 5

i cannot stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Nail biting: Once you get into this habit it is difficult to break. You could try soaking your finger tips into a paste made of soem bitter melon  and leaving it on for about 10-15 miinutes and then just wiping the paste off wihtout washing it off. Then if you will not want to put those finger tips into your mouth to nibble at your nails. It is totally benign as far as side effets go.

Question 6

how can i stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Nail biting.: One thing I've heard is to simply video yourself biting your nails so you can see what others see.  You will be shocked at how gross it appears to others.  For some people this can be enough to make them stop.  Other things include putting something bitter or sour on your nails.  Best of luck.

Question 7

how can i stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Notice it: Often if you can notice that it is happening, you can stop these kinds of habits.  However, some will paint their nails with jalapeno juice or some other vile taste to help remind you not to.  The other thing you try is to carry nail clippers or files with you, as often it is the desire to clear a hangnail that starts it.

Question 8

advice on how to stop biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Bitter nail polish: Try applying bitter nail polish.  This may help break the urge.

Question 9

why is biting your nails such a bad habit?

Accepted Answer

Not: RELAX. It is not a bad habit. No one knows why some people compulsively chew their nails.

Question 10

how do i break my habit of biting my nails?

Accepted Answer

Put something...: On them that tastes terrible, yet is harmless - lemon juice, castor oil, etc.

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