Fingernails: Do's and don'ts for healthy nails
Nov 22, 2024 · Take a close look at your fingernails. Do they look strong and healthy? Or do you see ridges, dents, or color or shape changes? Fingernail care can help prevent many nail conditions. And …
7 fingernail problems not to ignore
Jun 30, 2023 · Did you know that your fingernails can provide important information about your health? Read on to learn about how changes in the way your fingernails look could signal medical concerns …
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
Mar 13, 2024 · Learn six clues to identifying health conditions based on changes in your fingernails.
Nail ridges: Cause for concern? - Mayo Clinic
Feb 4, 2025 · Vertical nail ridges are fairly common and nothing to worry about. Vertical nail ridges extend from the cuticle to the tip of the nail. With age, vertical nail ridges may become more …
Mayo Clinic Minute Fingernails are clues to your health
Finger nail care do's and don'ts - Mayo Clinic Connect
Feb 25, 2020 · As you age, your fingernails can naturally become weaker and prone to splitting. Try these do’s and don’ts to help keep them healthy and strong. Do: Avoid extended fingernail wetness …
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
Jan 9, 2019 · Take a peek at your fingernails. Do they have ridges or chips, or are they discolored? Dr. Rachel Miest, a Mayo Clinic dermatologist, says the condition of your fingernails may be clues to …
Nail fungus - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
May 15, 2024 · Nail fungus is a common infection of the nail. It begins as a white or yellow-brown spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. As the fungal infection goes deeper, the nail may discolor, …
What Can Fingernails Reveal About Health? - Mayo Clinic News Network
Nov 18, 2011 · Fingernails Are a Window to Your Health November 18, 2011 Dear Mayo Clinic: I have heard that a person's fingernails reveal a lot about their health. Is there any truth to that? What types …
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
Aug 5, 2022 · August is Psoriasis Awareness Month. And experts at Mayo Clinic say it's important to keep an eye on your nails, as they can provide clues to your overall health.