A doctor explains what nails can reveal about overall health, breaking down the top 10 nail problems and the conditions they may be linked to.
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Here’s what it means if you have ridges on your nails

They don't make for the prettiest of manicures, but are they something more than a cosmetic problem? Here's what a dermatologist and research have to say.
Applying oils like vitamin E or coconut oil can help hydrate nails and prevent ridges from forming. Regular cardiovascular exercise can improve blood flow to nail beds and help reduce nail ridges.
Dear Dr. Roach: I have a serious problem with my fingernails splitting and coming off at the edges. I have tried biotin and keratin for almost a year without results. I am an 89-year-old man who takes ...
Experts have urged people to look out for any unusual changes on their fingernails that could signal some potentially dangerous health conditions. If your nails turn a certain colour, you could be at ...
Medical experts say changes in your fingernail colour could indicate health conditions, including liver disease, diabetes, ...
Disappearing nail bed refers to the shortening or narrowing of the nail bed, which is the skin underneath the nail. Treatments for a disappearing nail bed may include taping, topical medication, and ...