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My nails are rough to touch and peel very easily. i tried many products and pills and nothing seemed to work.what is it and how can i fix it?
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Nails: The nails are, sometimes, an indicator of health overall and in other areas of the body. The thyroid and other things such as lung health and heart disease can show in the nails. Have your doctor look at them and see what is going on with them.
Answered 9/29/2016
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