Ridges in Fingernails: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments - Healthline
WEBAug 20, 2024 · Vertical ridges are furrows that run from the tip of your fingernail down to the cuticle. They are sometimes called longitudinal striations or bands. According to 2015 research, slight...
Ridges in fingernails: Types, causes, and treatment - Medical News Today
WEBNov 30, 2023 · Vertical ridges in the fingernails are the most common and are typically harmless. Alternatively, horizontal ridges often point to an underlying condition. A thorough diagnosis can help...
Ridges in Nails: Horizontal, Vertical, Causes & Treatment
WEBRidges in your nails are visible lines or dents in your fingernails or toenails. The ridges may run vertically (up and down) or horizontally (across) your nail. Ridges in your nails can be a sign of a health condition or a previous injury to your nail.
Onychorrhexis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - WebMD
WEBMay 12, 2023 · The main symptom of onychorrhexis is vertical ridges in your nail. Rather than having a smooth nail, you might have nails with vertical grooves that feel bumpy.
Nail ridges: Cause for concern? - Mayo Clinic
WEBMay 28, 2022 · Vertical nail ridges extend from the cuticle to the tip of the nail. With age, vertical nail ridges may become more numerous or prominent because of changes in cell turnover within the nail. If your fingernails change color or you develop horizontal nail ridges, consult your health care provider.
Ridges in Nails: Causes and What to Do About Them - Verywell …
WEBJun 11, 2024 · Ridges in nails can run horizontally or vertically. These marks are common and usually harmless, but some fingernail ridges—particularly horizontal ones—can indicate a health problem such as a thyroid issue.
Ridges in Nails: Causes, Treatments and Prevention - Good Housekeeping
WEBSep 7, 2022 · Use these dermatologist-approved strategies to identify the cause of your nail ridges (horizontal or vertical) and keep fingernails smooth.
Onychorrhexis: Causes, Treatment, and More - Healthgrades
WEBAug 29, 2022 · Onychorrhexis refers to vertical ridges that develop on your fingernails. It is one of the main manifestations of nail brittleness. Research suggests that nail brittleness affects 2 in 10 people, especially females. It can make the nails split, soften, and loosen. It can also sometimes cause flaking and crumbling.
12 Derm-Approved Tips to Treat and Prevent Fingernail Ridges
WEBFeb 21, 2024 · Nail ridges that arise from a lack of the body's natural oils are easy to treat. Your first potential line of defense: hydration. Try applying nail oil, vitamin E oil, coconut oil, or olive oil to your nails to help prevent ridges from forming in the first place.
Onychorrhexis: Treatment, Causes, Definition, and Prevention - Healthline
WEBMar 14, 2019 · Onychorrhexis is a condition that causes vertical ridges to form on the fingernails. Instead of a relatively smooth fingernail, a person with onychorrexis will have grooves or ridges in their...
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