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I have raised vertical ridges in a couple of my finger nails for about the past 6 months. what could this be a sign of?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Nothing too serious: Although you are a young woman, these are not uncommon as we age. They may reflect a b vitamin deficiency and might benefit from supplements or dietary changes. If they were across the nail, it would be a different matter. That could be a sign of a serious medical problem for which you'd want to see a doctor. Happily, your ridges run from the base to the tip.
Answered 6/1/2016
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