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I have pitting nails on both pinky fingers and both thumbs. they are all in the same pattern of rows. what can cause this? also i am losing my hair.

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Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

Well : This can be vitamin deficiency or psoriasis or infection or other things. Consult health tap for primary care doctor in person need to examine especially for specific diagnosis and treatment

Answered 3/27/2016

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A member asked:

I have pitting nails on both pinky fingers and both thumbs. they are all in the same pattern of rows. what can cause this? also i am losing my hair.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Kuitems answered

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