Hypothyroidism Nail Ridges- 84 Questions Answered

I have horizontal ridges in my thumb for several years now. It seems that I'm also getting these ridges on my toe nails now. I'm 22.

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Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal Dermatologist | Mumbai

The ridges on the nails can be because of multiple causes it can be nutritional in nature or it can be also seen in intimate three conditions like like in plainness or psoriasis. A proper examination ... Read More

Am having ridged nail in my left ring finger for more than 2 years . Is there anything to worry about

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Without seeing can't treat...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

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Nails are becoming brittle and also straight lines like ridges on all 10 fingers in hand from past 1 month

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Nail can be affected with lichen planus which can cause these ridges. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. It can be treated ... Read More

I have light vertical ridge on my nail, is this normal or may I have nutrition deficiency or another issue ? Is it something I have to worried about ? Please see the attached picture. Thankyou

Asked for Male, 23 Years 165 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

It's normal.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

Hi I'm facing right leg thumb nail ridges appearing there is no pain may know what the exact cause .I'm attaching the image

Asked for Male, 37 Years 44 Views v

Dr. Manoj Kumar General Physician | Dehradun

Need few more details Kindly consult ... Read More

Earlier I had ridges on only one nail (of hand) that too faintly. Now I have it on both hands' nails, although severity is not alike

Asked for Female, 27 Years 40 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

I cannot help untill I see them. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ... Read More

I have little nail pits and nail ridges .even my brother had them . Are they signify any problem or heritable ?? My grandmother had vertical ridges ...?? What might be the cause???

Asked for Male, 22 Years 113 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Without seeing can't diagnose..for accurate diagnosis and treatment do direct online consultation with photos ... Read More

Noticed a flattened vertical ridge on the nail of my ring finger. Was wondering if anyone could provide insights into the possible reason for it ?

Asked for Male, 32 Years 49 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

Normal variants ... Read More

I have developed ridges on my nails I didn't know it earlier I have observed now and my nails ala had pitting. I am anemic . Can it be due to my iron deficiency anemia ??

Asked for Female, 22 Years 217 Views v

Dr. Kavya K Dermatologist | Bangalore

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Yes systemic diseases like anaemia can cause pitting of nail. There can be other reasons like eczema and other skin disorders or any major illness. ... Read More

I have horizontal ridges on my toe nails.They are like dents and look realy bad.Please tell me the reason and cure.

Asked for Female, 20 Years 94 Views v

Dr. Govind S Mittal Dermatologist | Bangalore

Greetings. You probably have something that's called beau's lines. These usually occur during times of systemic stress in the body or may be associated with nail disorders like paronychia, fungal infe ... Read More

Hello Doctor, -My nails growth has decreased significantly and they come in uneven shape and very fragile. -The skin under my cuticles is black and peeled. - there are ridges on my nails. I have attached the photo of my mails. Please guide. Thanks

Asked for Female, 23 Years 50 Views v

Dr. Maninderjit Singh Dermatologist | Fatehgarh Sahib

This could be Trachyonychoa or nail Lichen planus. Is there any systemic symptoms associated? ... Read More

There is no pain or discomfort but am unable to pull the foreskin beyond the ridge to reveal the full head of the penis. I can easily pull it to reveal the opening during urination. Is this a problem? Or it is normal?

Asked for Male, 25 Years 461 Views v

Dr. Rayees Ahmad Wani Sexologist | Srinagar

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Hello, Consult a surgeon/ urologist. ... Read More

Hello doctor. I have attached images of my nails. My nails are always brittle and they appear to be dead. They have vertical ridges and bend easily. They grow uneven thickness as well. I also have black skin around cuticles. I don't have a clue why is this. Can you please guide? Thanks

Asked for Female, 21 Years 79 Views v

Dr. Sandeep Gupta Dermatologist | Delhi

Nail health cannot be assessed due to polish ... Read More

I am asthma patient and taking medicines montelukast+ab flo, sometimes levocitrazine & antibiotics when i get cold. i have ridges on my both toes from past 2 years. now my baby 1.5 yr old he is also devlope same ridges on both toes. photo is not his orignal pic. what is the reason behind this nails? and should i continue his breastfeed or not? atta

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Asked for Female, 30 Years 42 Views v

Dr. Yogita Rathi Pediatrician | Mahasamund

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U need physical consultation for that...as that picture is not original.and your child is small. ... Read More

First pic is of my left thumbnail and second is of my right middle finger. As you can see in pics that I have marked white very small dots/spots on my nails. I am having these from year end of 2020..and they are not going. I cut my nails hoping to see that the spots will grow out and they do.. But new white dots keeping coming back from bottom of

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Asked for Male, 22 Years 163 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Nothing serious..do u bite nails.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

What is the treatment for deep ridges developed on both my thumb nails.. Its been since a year and there is a change in shape of nailbed too

Asked for Female, 21 Years 79 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Yes .it can be improved with specific medicine.. for detailed prescription do direct online consultation ... Read More

Hello, From nearly a-month developed vertical/longitudnal nail ridges,nails turning in &also pain in nail-bed & dry lips & have severe morning fatigue and bodyache all day.. Also,2days back,I've done blood investigation for- CBC with tibc,thyroid profile & Crp all came normal.. And i'm taking revital H multivitamin from past 15days

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Asked for Male, 26 Years 83 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Not to worry.. for detailed information do direct online consultation ... Read More

I have started to notice horizontal ridges on my toe nails since a few weeks.i am not sure that it was present before as I haven't observed it very much. It is a cause for concern or is it normal. I have attached the pictures

Asked for Male, 25 Years 126 Views v

Dr. Varun Khullar Dermatologist | Ghaziabad

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Its not much of concern. These are paronychia and maybe due to some underlying skin disorder which shouldnt be worried about until it comes. Right now some multivitamins which have biotin can help. Be ... Read More

Greetings. Doctor, I have brittle nails. Also, vertical ridges on them. They grow in an irregular shape and break too easily. Also, it feels like they are hollow from inside. I have dark skin under cuticles for years now. They are not getting any better. Please suggest me how to make my nails strong? Thanks

Asked for Female, 19 Years 89 Views v

Dr. Vaishali Kanthi Dermatologist | Mumbai

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U need detailed assessment. ... Read More

Cervical disc bulge C2-C3,C5-C6 /L4-L5,L5-S1,Lweakness of hands and legs more than 3 months Disc bulge can affect nail??? I have vertical ridges What is the prob tell me pls i m worried about this plz

Asked for Male, 24 Years 95 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

No..It won't affect..Without seeing can't treat...Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo. ... Read More

I have these horizontal depressions in both the toe nails for a while now( long enough that I can't remember since when). No other discomfort but why is this happening again and again?

Asked for Female, 29 Years 69 Views v

Dr. Vijayalaxmi Shende Family and Community Medicine Specialist | Pune

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Please consult me online With pics So that I can guide you better ... Read More

My daughter have brittle nails we have tried such things to treat the condition of her nails but nothing happened.

Asked for Female, 22 Years 28 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis a ... Read More

I have horizontal ridges on my toenails 3 toenails and one tumbnail.i have cystic acne on my face I feel too much heat in my body I don't have any other health issues

Asked for Female, 26 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

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Since 5-6 years, many very prominent horizontal depressions in nails ( thumb only) ,regrows as same even after fungal Rx. pic enclosed. very brittle nails . help

Asked for Female, 37 Years 163 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

You are suffering from nail fungus.. Medicine available for good improvement......Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription. ... Read More

I have observed horizontal bumps on big toenails and on 4 of my fingernails (hands) for the last 8-10 months (Beaus lines as per Google search). I have not yet seen a dermatologist for this issue but am taking treatment from a dermatologist for folliculitis. I am taking dietary hair and nail supplements for 3 weeks for hair loss. I have done ultras

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Asked for Female, 28 Years 85 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Without seeing can't treat...Do direct online consultation for prescription by sending photo. ... Read More

Sir/madam, My son is having horizontal ridges on his fingernails. Is it a serious issue? Shall I take him to a doctor? What is the cause of this condition?

Asked for Male, 3 Years 124 Views v

Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi Dermatologist | Mumbai

Can be a sign of nail disease. Need to see it. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

I have noticed lately that my otherwise flat/normal nail beds on hands have developed verticle ridges. I thought it was due to aging. Now the front of the nail beds seems to be raised/bulged. This has occured on all fingers. I'm a 28 year old female, delivered baby 4 months ago, had a c-section, have kidney stones and taking lithotripsy treatment c

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Asked for Female, 28 Years 70 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry.. Do direct online consultation for detailed information ... Read More

My mother aged 45 cooked ridge gourd(Tori) vegetable and she tasted about 2 spoons of that cooked vegetable and it was bitter in taste. Is their anything to worry about.

Asked for Female, 45 Years 4881 Views v

Dr. Yogesh Kumar Sehrawat Consultant Physician | Delhi

Hello dear there are chances of vegetables like guards to come bitter sometimes. It's there normal variety. Don't worry about that. ... Read More

My nails are ridged and one thin black line is also on one thumb. I am sharing pics pls help i.m.much worried i hv ridges on all nails of both hnds

Asked for Female, 33 Years 75 Views v

Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal Dermatologist | Mumbai

long with this more information on ongoing medication or history of previous/current skin/systemic illness it is not possible to comment on the treatment that would suit you best. You should send me i ... Read More

I have previously been diagnosed with endometriosis and Ibs. I think I am hypothyroid. I have low body temperatures, weight gain, hair loss, dry skin, brittle nails, and extreme tiredness. I had my tsh level tested and it was a 3.98 my doctor says this is normal and refuses to refer me to an endocrinologist. The AACE recommends a reference range of

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Asked for Female, 27 Years 44 Views v

Ms. Anju Sharma Dietitian/Nutritionist | Gurgaon

Hello dear.your thyroid levels are normal .All above symptoms may be the vitamins and minerals deficiency.check your vitamin D and B12 ... Read More

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I have horizontal ridges in my thumb for several years now. It seems that I'm also getting these ridges on my toe nails now. I'm 22.

Am having ridged nail in my left ring finger for more than 2 years . Is there anything to worry about

Didn't find the answer you are looking for?

Nails are becoming brittle and also straight lines like ridges on all 10 fingers in hand from past 1 month

I have light vertical ridge on my nail, is this normal or may I have nutrition deficiency or another issue ? Is it something I have to worried about ? Please see the attached picture. Thankyou

Hi I'm facing right leg thumb nail ridges appearing there is no pain may know what the exact cause .I'm attaching the image

Earlier I had ridges on only one nail (of hand) that too faintly. Now I have it on both hands' nails, although severity is not alike

I have little nail pits and nail ridges .even my brother had them . Are they signify any problem or heritable ?? My grandmother had vertical ridges ...?? What might be the cause???

Noticed a flattened vertical ridge on the nail of my ring finger. Was wondering if anyone could provide insights into the possible reason for it ?

I have developed ridges on my nails I didn't know it earlier I have observed now and my nails ala had pitting. I am anemic . Can it be due to my iron deficiency anemia ??

I have horizontal ridges on my toe nails.They are like dents and look realy bad.Please tell me the reason and cure.

Hello Doctor, -My nails growth has decreased significantly and they come in uneven shape and very fragile. -The skin under my cuticles is black and peeled. - there are ridges on my nails. I have attached the photo of my mails. Please guide. Thanks

There is no pain or discomfort but am unable to pull the foreskin beyond the ridge to reveal the full head of the penis. I can easily pull it to reveal the opening during urination. Is this a problem? Or it is normal?

Hello doctor. I have attached images of my nails. My nails are always brittle and they appear to be dead. They have vertical ridges and bend easily. They grow uneven thickness as well. I also have black skin around cuticles. I don't have a clue why is this. Can you please guide? Thanks

What is the treatment for deep ridges developed on both my thumb nails.. Its been since a year and there is a change in shape of nailbed too

I have started to notice horizontal ridges on my toe nails since a few weeks.i am not sure that it was present before as I haven't observed it very much. It is a cause for concern or is it normal. I have attached the pictures

Cervical disc bulge C2-C3,C5-C6 /L4-L5,L5-S1,Lweakness of hands and legs more than 3 months Disc bulge can affect nail??? I have vertical ridges What is the prob tell me pls i m worried about this plz

I have these horizontal depressions in both the toe nails for a while now( long enough that I can't remember since when). No other discomfort but why is this happening again and again?

My daughter have brittle nails we have tried such things to treat the condition of her nails but nothing happened.

I have horizontal ridges on my toenails 3 toenails and one tumbnail.i have cystic acne on my face I feel too much heat in my body I don't have any other health issues

Since 5-6 years, many very prominent horizontal depressions in nails ( thumb only) ,regrows as same even after fungal Rx. pic enclosed. very brittle nails . help

Sir/madam, My son is having horizontal ridges on his fingernails. Is it a serious issue? Shall I take him to a doctor? What is the cause of this condition?

My mother aged 45 cooked ridge gourd(Tori) vegetable and she tasted about 2 spoons of that cooked vegetable and it was bitter in taste. Is their anything to worry about.

My nails are ridged and one thin black line is also on one thumb. I am sharing pics pls help i.m.much worried i hv ridges on all nails of both hnds

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