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What causes ridges in fingernails and how can i treat them? not all of my nails have ridges. is this a result of a vitamin or mineral deficiency?
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Nail ridges: There are many types of nail findings. Ridges can be a chronic illness, anemia, kidney disease, skin diseases, or arthritis problems the treatment is to cure the illness and the nails will get better.
Answered 1/13/2019
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