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Onycholysis

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Onycholysis

  • See Also
  1. Fingernail
  2. Nail Abnormality
  • Definition
  1. Loosening or detachment of nail from nail bed
  2. Nail plate separates at free edge
  • Signs
  1. Area of detachment appears as white discoloration
  2. Appears to be a "Spot of oil" under the nail
  • Causes
  1. Local skin conditions
    1. Active Psoriasis
    2. Eczematous Dermatitis
    3. Lichen Planus
    4. Blistering skin diseases
    5. Periungual warts
    6. Onychomycosis
    7. Local Trauma
  2. Systemic disease
    1. Iron Deficiency Anemia
    2. Hyperthyroidism (Plummer's Nails)
    3. Connective Tissue Diseases
    4. Amyloidosis
    5. Sarcoidosis