Nail Disorders Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is Onychosis?

Lifting of the nail plate due to injury or allergic reaction

Fungal infection of the nail plate

Nail disease (correct)

Ingrown nails

What does Terrigium refer to?

Skin stretched/growing over nail plate

What is Onychocryptosis?

Ingrown nails

Define Onychomadesis.

Separation and falling off of the nail plate Signup and view all the answers

What is Paronychia?

Bacterial inflammation of the tissues around the nail plate Signup and view all the answers

What does Pyogenic granuloma refer to?

Lump of red, inflamed tissue Signup and view all the answers

Define Onycholysis.

Lifting of the nail plate due to injury or allergic reaction Signup and view all the answers

What is Onychia?

Inflammation of the matrix and shedding of the nail Signup and view all the answers

What does Onychomycosis mean?

Fungal infection of the nail plate Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Nail Disorders

Onychosis: General term that refers to various nail diseases, affecting the overall health and appearance of nails.
Terrigium: A condition where skin is stretched or grows over the nail plate, potentially affecting nail growth and aesthetics.
Onychocryptosis: Commonly known as ingrown nails, involves the edge of the nail growing into the surrounding skin, leading to pain and inflammation.
Onychomadesis: Characterized by the separation of the nail plate from the nail bed, sometimes resulting in the complete falling off of the nail.
Paronychia: A bacterial infection causing inflammation around the nail plate, often presenting with redness, swelling, and soreness.
Pyogenic granuloma: A benign and often painful growth of red, inflamed tissue, appearing around the nail area, frequently triggered by irritation or injury.
Onycholysis: This condition involves the lifting of the nail plate from the nail bed, often a response to injury or allergic reactions, leading to potential nail detachment.
Onychia: Inflammation of the nail matrix, resulting in the shedding of the nail, often due to infection or trauma.
Onychomycosis: A fungal infection affecting the nail plate, leading to discoloration, thickening, and potential nail loss.

Description

Test your knowledge on various nail disorders with this quiz. Explore conditions such as onychosis, onychocryptosis, and paronychia, and understand their effects on nail health. Perfect for students and professionals in dermatology or cosmetic care.