Every part of our body is important, and nails also play an important role in determining health. Doctors often try to identify a disease by looking at the nails. The color, texture and shape of nails can indicate many problems going on in the body. Therefore, taking nails lightly can be a big mistake.
Do you know that nails can also indicate serious diseases like jaundice, heart problems and thyroid? Come, let us know which diseases can be detected by the changing color and texture of nails.
1. Dark vertical lines in nails
If long black or blue stripes appear on the nails, it may be a sign of vitamin B-12 and vitamin D deficiency.
potential problems:
- Hemoglobin deficiency.
- Anemia.
- Weak immunity.
2. Broken or cracked nails
Broken or cracked nails can be a sign of weakness of the body.
potential problems:
- Thyroid problem.
- Fungal infection: If the nails are looking yellow.
- When it breaks diagonally it is called onychoschizia.
- When it breaks in the direction of growth it is called onychorhexis.
3. White nails
If your nails are turning white, it may be the result of a simple injury. But if all the nails start looking white, it can be serious.
Signal:
- Terry’s nail: When a pink line appears at the tip of the white nail.
potential problems:
- Liver related diseases.
- Ignoring the liver for a long time can lead to other complications.
4. Round or raised nails
Nails appearing raised or rounded can be a sign of serious problems.
potential problems:
- lung disease.
- Lack of oxygen in the body.
- Other serious health problems.
5. Nails turning blue or black
Blue and black spots are often a sign of disturbances in blood circulation.
potential problems:
- Improper blood circulation in the body.
- Risk of heart disease in severe cases.
6. Nails rising upwards
If your nails are separating from the skin and rising upwards, then it is a sign of iron deficiency in the body.
potential problems:
- iron deficiency.
- Lack of blood in the body.
What to do?
- Regular checkups: If any abnormality is noticed in the nails, contact a doctor.
- Balanced diet: Include nutrients like iron, vitamins B-12 and D in your diet.
- Take care of hygiene: Keep nails clean and healthy.
- Early treatment: Take timely medicine for fungal infections or other problems.
