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Nail Health Issue
I've been experiencing significant issues with my nails recently. They are becoming unusually thick, with the skin underneath hardening and peeling upward. Additionally, my nails are brittle, breaking easily, and have changed color, turning a dark yellow to blackish hue. They feel hollow and fragile, lacking strength. This condition has progressively worsened, causing discomfort and concern. I suspect it could be due to a fungal infection, nutritional deficiency, or other underlying health conditions. I am seeking professional advice to understand the exact cause and appropriate treatment to restore my nails' health and prevent further damage.
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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details. Kindly consult via whatsapp on nine zero two nine six zero zero four seven zero.
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The condition you have is called as Onychomycosis but for confirmation an image along with a little for detailed history will be required.
Once confirmed then depending on it a topical application cream, along with few oral meds will be required.
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get a personalized consultation nearby or here with me on practo.
Health Tips
keep your nails clean, dry and dirt free.
Avoid unnecessary long exposure with water.
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Please get your complete Health checkup package done from a reputed Laboratory. It should include Vit B12, D3, Calcium, and Iron profile.
Most of the time the poor health of the nails is due to Deficiency of vitamins, Calcium and trace elements .
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It seems like you are experiencing a range of concerning symptoms related to your nails, including thickening, brittleness, discoloration, and a hollow feeling. These symptoms could indeed be indicative of several underlying issues, such as a fungal infection, nutritional deficiencies, or other systemic health problems.
For a comprehensive evaluation, it would be beneficial to assess your medical history, lifestyle factors, and any potential exposure to irritants or allergens. A physical examination of your nails and possibly laboratory tests could help pinpoint the exact cause of your symptoms.
Given the complexity of your situation, I recommend consulting with me for a better evaluation and appropriate treatment plan. You can also reach out to me via WhatsApp at eight hundred nine eight two one three three two for further assistance.
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Dermatologist consultation for further evaluation and treatment.
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The cause may be any of the reasons suspected
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Consultation for detailed discussion is advisable
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Would be because of multivitamin Deficieny.
Needs to be evaluated.
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Dr. Sachin Bhiwaji Sanap
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Hingoli
need more information
kindly consult
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Dr. Zaheer Ahmad
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Bareilly
Kindly connect for detail evaluation and better consultation experience
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
General Physician
18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Sure
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Dr. Aditya Prasad Padhy
Urologist
12 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
Connect please
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Dr. Anubha Singh
General Physician
4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Mohamed Riyaz
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Chennai
Share the pic of nails
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Dr. Vinod Kumar Verma
General Physician
9 yrs exp
Gurgaon
According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
- Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life .
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Thresia Pereira
General Physician
37 yrs exp
Mumbai
Consult available now
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Dr. Vikram Pratap
General Physician
12 yrs exp
New Delhi
To understand the exact cause and appropriate treatment, you should visit a dermatologist
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
General Physician
10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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