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Nail splitting – Causes and remedies

Splitting of nails demands immediate attention. Dr Trasi shares some tips.

By: Bhakti Paun Sharma   | | Updated: December 30, 2016 4:13 pm
Tags: Brittle nails  Expert tips  Healthy nails  Nail care  
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Have you observed your nails splitting? Often nails start splitting at the edge and dermatologists refer to this condition as Onychoschizia. If you remove the upper peel or plate of the nail, the lower part becomes thin and brittle and makes nails look unhealthy. It is not a health hazard but timely nail care can help you get rid of the problem. We asked expert dermatologist Dr Shefali Trasi Nerurkar, MD Dermatology, Trasi s Clinic to shed some light on this condition, its causes and remedies. Here are her inputs: Also Read - Have brittle nails? Try these tips to strengthen your nails

Also Read - Brittle nails to peeling nails: What your body is trying to tell you? Don't ignore these signs



Causes of nail splitting: Also Read - What your nail health can tell you: Don’t ignore these signs

  • Nutritional Deficiency: Deficiency of essential fatty acids, Vitamin E, Vitamin A can result in splitting of nails.
  • Chronic systemic disease: Nail splitting can also be a sign of underlying conditions like chronic liver disease or chronic renal failure.
  • Trauma: If you are habituated to nail biting or thumb sucking as a kid, then you could suffer from brittle nails and vertical nail splitting.
  • Chemical irritants present in nail hardeners, nail colours, nail polish removers and other nail procedures can also result in this problem. Exposure to chemicals due to occupation or other reasons can also be a cause of nail splitting. Here s how your nail polish is ruining your nails.

Tips for prevention:

  • Dr Trasi recommends intake of protein-rich foods and vitamin A supplements if this is a frequent issue.
  • Avoid nail biting. You can also try these kitchen ingredients to strengthen brittle nails.
  • Wearing gloves while performing household chores and during contact with cleaning agents, hair colours and other chemicals.
  • Keep nails moisturised and practice nail hygiene. Here are some tips to style your nails with care.
  • Addition of vitamin E-rich foods and essential fatty acids to your diet can also help tackle this problem.

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Published : December 28, 2016 12:47 pm | Updated:December 30, 2016 4:13 pm
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