Questions and Answers
What are Corrugations?
What is Onychauxis?
Overgrowth in nail thickness
What are Leuconychia?
White spots on the nail
Tile-shaped nails have an increased crosswise curvature throughout the nail plate.
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What does Beaus-line refer to?
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What causes furrows in the nails?
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What does Onychophagy refer to?
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What is Melanonychia?
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What is Onychatrophia?
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What does Pterygium refer to?
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What does Onychorrhexis refer to?
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What is a Plicatured nail?
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What causes a Blue-nail?
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What is a Hangnail?
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What is a Bruised nail?
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What are Eggshell Nails?
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What do Trumpet or Pincer nails resemble?
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Study Notes
Nail Disorders Overview
- Corrugations: Wavy ridges on nails from uneven growth due to illness or injury; can be smoothed with ridge filler polish.
- Onychauxis (Hypertrophy): Nail thickening (not lengthening) caused by infection or heredity; can be filed to improve appearance.
- Leuconychia: White spots on nails from injuries at the nail base; air bubbles form between the nail and bed; spots grow out and can be concealed with polish.
- Tile-shaped nails: Characterized by increased crosswise curvature of the nail plate; results from the matrix bed's curvature.
- Beaus-line: Depressions running across the nail plate; visible indicators of health issues or trauma.
- Furrows: Depressions in the nail that can run lengthwise or crosswise; often caused by illness, injury, stress, or pregnancy.
- Onychophagy: Common nail disorder resulting from chronic nail biting due to nervous habits.
- Melanonychia: Darkening of nails, often appearing as black bands; caused by increased melanin production in the matrix bed.
- Onychatrophia (Atrophy): Nail wasting or shrinkage due to injury or disease; results in loss of shine and possible complete shedding.
- Pterygium: Forward growth of the cuticle caused by adherence to the nail; can be related to circulatory issues; hot oil manicures recommended.
- Onychorrhexis: Splitting or brittleness of nails; linked to poor filing, nutrient deficiencies, or harsh products; can benefit from oil treatments.
- Plicatured nails: "Folded nails" where edges bend at 90 degrees into the surrounding skin; may affect nail integrity.
- Blue-nail: Condition caused by poor circulation or heart issues; regular nail services allowed with caution.
- Hangnail (Agnail): Condition where the cuticle splits, often due to dryness, improper removal, or nervous habits.
- Bruised nail: Dark spot underneath the nail from injury; caused by bleeding in the nail bed; treat with care due to possible soreness.
- Eggshell Nail (Hapalonychia): Presents as thin, flexible nails; caused by vitamin deficiencies or genetics; nail strengtheners are recommended.
- Trumpet or Pincer nails: Nails curl at the edges, resembling a trumpet; constricted nail bed may cause pain.
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Explore common nail disorders with these flashcards. Learn terms like corrugations, onychauxis, and leuconychia, along with their definitions. Perfect for anyone studying nail care or dermatology.
