Is the use of Formalin (formole) bad for the nails?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Yes, we do not recommend the topical application of formalin or formaldehyde-based hardening nail polish to the nail beds.Nail hardeners have a lot of formaldehyde type ingredients. These ingredients,... Read More
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I have a permanent bloody toe nail, every time i do sports i get a bloody toe nail need solution
2 Answers
Dr. Salim Saab,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- maybe bloody toe naiil happens because of non adequate shoes
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What do the white stains on the nails mean? Is it calcium deficiency?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- White streaks on the nail bed, known as leukonychia, may have several causes: it could be: 1- True including: inherited, acquired (a range of liver, kidney, and other diseases, fungal infections etc ... Read More
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My nails are rough to the touch and easily peel. i have tried all beauty products and pills but nothing is working, what could it be and how to fix it?
Dr. Mohammad Alfawareh,
Orthopedic Surgery
- You need to check with dermatologiest to exclude infecrion
Also some vitamin deficiency can causd so
Thank you
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My nails are splitting into layers constantly. At first it was on seasonal changes but now frequently. Calcium is normal. What should I do? Thankyou Drs!
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Nail splitting usually takes the form of horizontal splits within the nail plate. It is often associated with long-wise (longitudinal) splitting or ridging of the nail plate. Together, these 2 disease... Read More
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Is protien intake related to strong nails?
Dr. Judy Matta,
Pediatrics
- Your nails are made up of a protein called keratin, which is also abundant in your skin and hair. A diet that is too low in protein may cause nails to become thin and brittle and slow down the rate of... Read More
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Are strong nails related to strong hair??some times i got my nails skin teared off..why??how can i make my nails stronger??
2 Answers
Dr. Thierry Yazbek,
Surgery
- The nail apparatus consists of a horny "dead" product, the nail plate, and four specialized epithelia: the proximal nail fold, the nail matrix, the nail bed, and the hyponychium.
Amino-acid... Read More
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Hello I have my Toe nail ripped partially
Will it grow again normaly?
Must take it off or leave it ?
Dr. Mohamad Siblini,
Surgery
- if the toe matrix is preserved, your toe will grow again. normally or not ? this depends on the extent of injury your toe sustained. no need to take it off (if it is not bothering you ), it will peal ... Read More
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Hello drs, after nails lab test i got the result 'maladie d'ongles'. they get white from the edge to bottom. what should i do?
Dr. Rola Al Dhaybi,
Dermatology
- This result is non specific and so weird. Let your nails be examined by your dermatologist and he may recommend you a better lab in case you need a repeat of the exam
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