Soft or deformed nails

Introduction The softening of the nail is a clinical manifestation of hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism, commonly known as "nail nails", refers to diseases caused by Pichia bacteria invading the deck or under the arm. Onychomycosis is an infection caused by fungi such as dermatophytes, yeasts, and non-sclerotium. A common type of fungus: 1 fungal white nail (superficial white onychomycosis): this type of lesion is limited to a piece of a face or its tip. 2 under the fungal disease: divided into distal lateral type, proximal subtype and superficial white type, this type of lesions start from the sides or distal end of the nail, and then infection under the deck.

Cause

Cause:

The nails become white and thin and soft, and are more common in chronic wasting diseases. The nail deformation is suffering from hyperthyroidism. The tendency of nails to infect fungi may be related to genetics, diabetes and local arteriovenous circulation and lymphatic reflux disorders, peripheral neuropathy and other factors. The fingernails that work in humid environments and are often traumatized are susceptible to fungal infections. Gypsum-like Trichophyton, flocculent epidermis, etc., other such as R. sinensis, Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton rubrum, Concentric Trichophyton can cause hyperthyroidism, Fungal white nails are often caused by Gypsum-like Trichophyton, and occasionally by cephalosporins, Fusarium and Aspergillus ochre.

an examination

Related inspection

Fungal examination of trace elements in humans

Diagnosis: Observing the nails and finding that they are soft and even deformed.

Isolation and identification of fungi:

The fungal culture examination scraped the broken nails and the under-crushed debris, and the fungal hyphae were observed under the microscope, and the fungal culture was positive. You should go to the dermatological examination of a regular hospital and determine the specific treatment measures under the personal diagnosis of an experienced physician. And carry out targeted treatment. Fungal infections are a major cause.

Differential diagnosis

Differential diagnosis:

1. Sickle enlargement: The nail arches upwards prominently and changes around the fingers. A nail-like enlargement may indicate emphysema, tuberculosis, cardiovascular disease, ulcerative colitis, or cirrhosis.

2. Blue Crescent: If there is a layer of blue halo on the crescent-shaped white mark at the root of the nail, it may indicate any of the following conditions: blocked blood circulation, heart disease, Raynaud's symptoms, vasospasm of fingers and toes, Usually due to freezing. But sometimes it is also associated with rheumatoid arthritis or autoimmune disease lupus.

3. Spoon-shaped nails: The nails are depressed in the middle, and the whole nails become flat or spoon-shaped. This kind of nail is related to iron deficiency anemia, syphilis, thyroid disorder, rheumatic fever and the like.

4. Lindsay's nails: Half of the nail's near nail tip is pink or brown, and half of the near nail is white. This nail, also known as the two nails, may be a sign of chronic kidney failure.

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