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Have psoriasis&walk briskly daily.my toenails are brittle.can cut toenails off toes nearest big toes with almost no pain.is this due to psoriasis or walking? my skin is relatively clear.need more med?

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Dr. Grace Torres-hodges answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Due to psoriasis: The brittle, thinned texture to the toenails is related to your psoriasis. Keep in mind, the toenails are part of the skin system too.

Dr Krauser and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/8/2013

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Dr. Mak Yousefpour answered

Both: Psoriasis causes brittle toenails. It also leads to thickening of the nails which in turn rub against the shoes makes them fall off.

Dr Krauser and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/4/2013

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A member asked:

Have psoriasis&walk briskly daily.my toenails are brittle.can cut toenails off toes nearest big toes with almost no pain.is this due to psoriasis or walking? my skin is relatively clear.need more med?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Grace Torres-hodges answered

Dr Krauser and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Mak Yousefpour answered

Dr Krauser and 3 doctors agreed

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