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The nails on my pointer fingers are starting to get small dents in them. is that bad and how can i make them go away?

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Dr. Steven Hebert answered

Psoriasis: People with psoriasis often have pitting of their fingernails. See your doctor or a dermatologist.

Answered 12/4/2014

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A member asked:

The nails on my pointer fingers are starting to get small dents in them. is that bad and how can i make them go away?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Steven Hebert answered

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