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2018-07-05 18:42:21
My nails are quite weak and they break really easily. Please guide me with the diet and any nail strengthening lotion if required.
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The brittle nail can be due to fungal nail infection, nail psoriasis,hypothyroidism,hyperthyroidism, lichen planus.
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consult a dermatologist for ruling out the causes of the brittle nail.

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They are brittle nails. Due to vitamin deficiencies,iron deficiencies and protein deficiencies along with some fungal infection, hypothyroidism.need to rule out cause for effective treatment. Dr Kiran, askandiscuss.com
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take consultation for treatment.

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