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I have unilateral beau's lines, all nails of the right hand, thumb far less noticeable than fingers. unusual. possible causes?

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Beau's Lines: The following medical conditions are some of the possible causes of beau's lines: malnutrition, chemotherapy infections, psoriasis, diabetes, trauma, beta blockers, hypocalcemia, coronary occlusion.

Answered 4/18/2014

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