Why is there pitting in my nails?

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Why is there pitting in my nails?

Nail pitting is when you have tiny dents in your fingernails or toenails. It can be a sign of psoriasis, eczema, or joint inflammation. You might also get them if they run in your family.

What vitamin deficiency causes dents in fingernails?

Iron deficiency anemia can also trigger vertical ridges and changes to your nails that make them concave, or spoon-shaped.

What are pitted nails?

Nail pitting is characterized by small pits or depressions in the nail that look like they are caused by an ice pick. This is common with people who suffer from psoriasis (a disease that also causes white, flakey plaques on the skin) and alopecia areata (chronic hair loss).

Is nail pitting bad?

Any condition that can cause a superficial and localized inflammation of the skin (dermatitis) can also affect the nails and result in nail pitting. Nail pitting can be associated with other abnormalities of the nails, including nail separation, flaking or crumbling, or other damage to or changes in the nail.

Can stress cause nail pitting?

Stress makes it harder for your body to absorb those minerals, so your nails might suffer. If you’re under pressure, you might notice nail pitting, shredding or ridging. Cortisol, the stress hormone, reduces the level of biotin in your body, which is also necessary for strong nails.

How do you fix pitted nails?

Treating nail pitting is often a long-term process that doesn’t always have the best results. You may want to cosmetically repair already pitted nails by scraping, filing, or polishing. In rare cases, you may opt to have them removed through surgery so that the nail tissue can regrow.

Can nail pitting go away?

Nail pitting is quite difficult to treat, although some modern methods have been shown to be effective. Treatments that can be applied to the nail include steroids, salicylic acid, calcipotriol, and tazarotene, although these are often not very effective.

How do you treat pitted nails naturally?

Tips and tricks

  1. Clip your nails as short as you can. If your nails are loose, they may rub off or get more damaged.
  2. Wear gloves if you are doing work with your hands.
  3. Skip manicures.
  4. Use a moisturizer or cream on your hands, feet, and in your nail folds to keep your skin hydrated and protected.