Striated nails and health problems: when should we worry?
In the majority of cases, the streaks are harmless. However, they may sometimes reveal an underlying problem, especially if they are accompanied by other symptoms:
- AnémieAnaemia: A lack of iron or vitamin B can cause convulsive and fragile nails.
- Thyroid problems: Hypothyroidism can cause brittle and striated nails.
- Skin diseases: Eczema and psoriasis may affect the nail texture.
- Infections and serious diseases: In rare cases, streaks may be associated with infections such as pneumonia or more serious diseases such as melanoma.
If your nails have thick streaks, abnormal discolouration or important cracks, consult a healthcare professional.
How to attenuate the nail streaks?
The good news is that there are natural solutions to improve the appearance of your nails.
- Care and hydration
- Apply castor oil, olive oil or coconut oil regularly to feed the nails deep.
- Massage your nails with shea butter to strengthen the keratin.
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