Why are my nails splitting horizontally?

Why are my nails splitting horizontally?

Horizontal nail splitting may occur along with onychorrhexis, with longitudinal ridging or splitting as well. Horizontal splits at the origin of the nail plate may be seen in people with psoriasis or lichen planus or in people who use oral medications made from vitamin A.

What to do if you have a crack in your fingernail?

In some cases, like if the nail bed is infected, the doctor might have to remove the nail by force. This procedure is called a nail evulsion: First, the finger or toe is given a local numbing treatment. Then the doctor uses special tools to lift the nail on each side and peel the plate away from the nail bed.

What does it mean when your toenails are cracked?

And while many may think a thick nail means fungus, thick and misshapen nails can appear from repetitive friction on the nail over time. “In fact, only 50 percent of ‘abnormal’ looking toenails are fungal. Proper diagnosis is key!” says Dr. Stern. Cracked, split, thin nails: all in the same family.

What causes your nails to crack and split?

If you have brittle nails that crack and split, anything from getting your hands wet too often to thyroid disease could be why it’s happening. Learn the causes, and find out what steps to take to get the problem under control. The most common reason for cracked nails is something that happens to everyone — getting older.

What are some of the most common Fingernail problems?

1 Nail pitting. 2 Nail clubbing. 3 Spoon nails. 4 Terry’s nails. 5 Beau’s lines. 6 Nail separation. 7 Yellow nail syndrome.

In some cases, like if the nail bed is infected, the doctor might have to remove the nail by force. This procedure is called a nail evulsion: First, the finger or toe is given a local numbing treatment. Then the doctor uses special tools to lift the nail on each side and peel the plate away from the nail bed.

And while many may think a thick nail means fungus, thick and misshapen nails can appear from repetitive friction on the nail over time. “In fact, only 50 percent of ‘abnormal’ looking toenails are fungal. Proper diagnosis is key!” says Dr. Stern. Cracked, split, thin nails: all in the same family.

What does it mean when your fingernails are crumbly?

Brittle or crumbly nail can be a result of aging or a long exposure to detergents or nail polish, but sometimes it can indicate a fungal nail infection, Lichen planus (a condition that forms an itchy rash on the skin or in the mouth), thyroid disease or psoriasis.

1 Nail pitting. 2 Nail clubbing. 3 Spoon nails. 4 Terry’s nails. 5 Beau’s lines. 6 Nail separation. 7 Yellow nail syndrome.