What Can Fingernails Reveal About Health? - Mayo Clinic News …
2011年11月18日 · Your fingernails are a window to your health. Some nail changes are natural. But others can signal health concerns, especially changes in nail color and growth patterns. Your nails are part of your skin. They are made up of layers of the protein keratin and grow from beneath the base of the nail under your cuticle.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
2022年8月5日 · Psoriasis can affect fingernails and toenails, causing pitting, abnormal growth and discoloration. August is Psoriasis Awareness Month. And experts at Mayo Clinic say it's important to keep an eye on your nails, as they can provide clues to …
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
2019年1月9日 · Take a peek at your fingernails. Do they have ridges or chips, or are they discolored? Dr. Rachel Miest, a Mayo Clinic dermatologist, says the condition of your fingernails may be clues to your overall health. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:00) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please […]
Housecall: What do your fingernails say about your health?
2018年7月2日 · THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES Fingernails: Do's and don'ts for healthy nails Take a close look at your fingernails. Are they strong and healthy looking? Or do you see ridges, dents, or areas of unusual color or shape? Many less-than-desirable nail conditions can be avoided through proper fingernail care. Others might indicate an underlying condition that […]
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treatment for toenail fungus isn't always ...
2019年6月14日 · Fungal nail infections are common, especially among older adults. As nail growth slows with age, it’s easier for fungus to establish in the nail bed. Treatments are available, although they may take some vigilance and are not always necessary. Toenail fungus usually is caused by a microscopic organism called dermatophyte fungus.
What Causes an Outer Ear Infection and How Is It Treated?
2011年12月9日 · Earwax discourages bacterial growth. It also collects dead skin cells, dirt and debris and helps move them out of the ear. External otitis can occur at any age. A viral or fungal infection may be the cause, but most commonly it's a bacterial infection due to: Moisture — A moist environment favors bacterial growth. If water remains in your ear ...
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Keeping your fingernails in tip-top shape
2021年7月5日 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have noticed recently that my nails have an unusual color and shape, and I don’t understand why. Although I do enjoy gardening, I don't have a job where I use my hands more than normal. I want my nails to be sturdy and healthy-looking. Can you provide some insight on how to […]
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Self-Care Can Strengthen Weak Fingernails
2016年4月9日 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My fingernails are thin, and they tear and split easily. Is there anything I can do to make them stronger? ANSWER: Weak fingernails often can be strengthened with some basic self-care steps. If you try those techniques and you don’t see any improvement after about a month, though, consider talking to your […]
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2017年11月13日 · Nails are formed within the nail bed, just beneath where the cuticles begin. As long as the nail bed remains intact, nail-biting isn't likely to interfere with fingernail growth. However, there are other risks. Learn more from Dr. Lawrence Gibson, a Mayo Clinic dermatologist. Can a head injury increase my risk of Alzheimer's disease?