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What can be the cause of a 15 year old girl that has yellow nails? she had a very bad case of mono a few months ago.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yellow nails: There can be many causes. There can be various diseases which affect the liver, kidneys, or skin. Iron or zinc deficiencies can yellow the nails as well as overuse of nail polish.

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Answered 1/10/2014

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