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White spots on nail.
From few days I have noticed that there is a white spot on one of my nail. I am debatic and suffering of hypertension. How it could be cured. Please advice me what to do.
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It's leukonychia. Needs a detailed evaluation and appropriate treatment can be given to you accordingly. No need to worry about it.
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This is called Leukonychia. it is a condition where white lines or dots appear on your finger or toenails. This is a very common issue and entirely harmless.You may notice white spots or dots along your nails if you are deficient in certain minerals or vitamins. The deficiencies most commonly linked to this issue are zinc deficiency and calcium deficiency. Other causes can be injury to the nail bed.
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