Did you know that your nails can also tell you about your overall health? There are certain peculiar signs on your nails that reveal clues about your health.
Pale Nails
These nails indicate that there could be a possibility of certain illnesses such as anaemia, liver disease, cognitive heart failure and malnutrition.
Yellow nails
One of the most common causes of yellow nails is a fungal infection. It could also mean a more serious condition such as thyroid disease, lung, diabetes or psoriasis.
White nails
If the nails are mostly white with darker rims, it indicates liver problems, such as hepatitis. In this image, you can see the fingers are also jaundiced, another sign of liver trouble.
Blue Nails
Blue coloration in the nails indicates possible lung problem. This is because the organs are not getting enough oxygen. Some heart problems can be associated with bluish nails.
Dark lines on the nail
Dark lines on the nails can indicate onset of melanoma; a dangerous kind of skin cancer.
Gnawed Nails
Biting nails is nothing but an old habit. But in some cases, it is a sign of persistent anxiety that could benefit from treatment. Biting your nails could also be linked to obsessive compulsive disorder.
White lines/ spots
You may notice, white lines or spots appear on the nails. This depicts vitamin deficiency in the body or could be an allergic reaction.
Chipped/ cracked nails
Dry and brittle nails that frequently crack or split have been linked to thyroid disease
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