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Various Types Of Nail Disorders

Nails are produced by the by the living cells. They are generally composed of keratin(a type of protein) that is found in hairs also.

Distorted and abnormal toe and finger nails are the most common nail disorders found in people of every age group. Nail abnormalities can occur because of an injury, fungal infection, skin problem such as eczema. Some of the other nail disorder includes

Paronychia: It is an infection of the nailfold. The causing microorganisms are bacteria, virus and fungi. The role of the nail fold is to act as a wall between the nail tissue and the nail plate. If any crack occurs in this wall then this gives the chance to the microorganisms to enter in it. The symptoms are reddishness, swelling and pain in the nail. Those people suffers from this situation who have their hands in water for prolonged periods.

Pseudomona: It is an infection between the nail bed and the nail plate. The cause of infection is a bacteria.The symptoms are the discoloration of the nails. Some scientist believe that the discoloration of the nails is because of the molds instead of a fungi.

Onychomycosis: It is a nail disorder which occurs because of yeast and fungal infection. In this disorder the separation of nail plates takes place which changes the shape and texture of the nails. The nail generally becomes whitish or yellowish in this disorder. If the infection stays for a very long time then nail plate get crumbled.

Some Nail care Tips

• Always keep the nails clean and dry.

• Cut your nails short for maximum strength.

• Always use sharp clippers and scissors to avoid any infection.

• Never walk barefoot at the swimming pools.

• Never bite nails. It is a very bad habit and a common cause of nail infection

• If you found any symptoms such as discoloration or swelling of nails then consult a dermatologist.

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