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Why do my nails have pinhead depressions in them?
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Nail pits: Pitted nails can be associated with psoriasis or alopecia areata. Can also be seen with vitamin or nutritional deficiencies. See a derm or nail specialist to get proper evaluation and diagnosis.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Unsure: Nail dents/ pitting might be related to alopecia areata, reactive arthritis, eczema or psoriasis. Nails can be evaluated to search for cause.
Answered 11/4/2018
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