Nails Problem

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Nails Problem

Asked for Male, 4 Years

Dear Doctor, My daughter 4years 9monthls old suddenly her nails color is changing and on upper part it looks like nails are broken type. Is it normal was this age or it is an issue. Please suggest. which doctor can I consult.

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Dr. Vinita Sinha

Pediatrician 26 yrs exp Ghaziabad

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A lack of B complex Biotin can lead to ridges along nail beds . A lack of calcium can also lead to dry brittle nails. Add a B complex like Becosule syrup or Zincovit syp 5 ml once daily and also a calcium tablet like Osteocalcium 1 OD .If doesn't respond in a month's time then show to a paediatrician

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Pediatrician 16 yrs exp Bangalore

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