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What body disorders may be traced on your nails?
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Fungus: Tinea pedis will show thickened nails and is successfully treated with oral meds for 3 months. Of course, the podiatrist can help.
Answered 11/29/2014
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Many : Iron deficiency , psoriasis , alopecia areata , lichen planus , copper storage disease pulmonary , hepatic and renal diseases also.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Nail Disorders: Systemic disorders expressed in the nail include: pulmonary disease, hemochromatosis, anemia, psoriasis, hyperthyroid disease, illness, trauma, cold exposure, Albumin problems, connective tissue disorder, heart murmur, endocarditis.
Answered 6/24/2014
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