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A member asked:

Brittle, fragile toenails for as long as i can remember. what help is available?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Tharesh Udupa answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Biotin: Sometimes adding a biotin supplement can help. Biotin can also be found in a multivitamin.

Dr Beresh and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/30/2013

5.9k views

Thank

Apply clear nail pol: Everyones nail are different..Try the nail polish.

Dr Pizzo agreed

Answered 6/30/2012

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