What Causes Ridges in Fingernails?
Article Sources
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Fingernails & Beau’s Lines
Beau's lines are ridges on the fingernails or toenails that run horizontally, or side-to-side, on the nail. These ridges may stop the fingernail from growing until the cause is found and treated by a physician. Health conditions that may cause Beau's lines include diabetes, peripheral vascular disease and illness associated with a high fever.3‘Slide Show: 7 Fingernail Problems Not to Ignore.’ Mayo Clinic, Healthy Lifestyle, 11 Oct. 2019, www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/multimedia/nails/sls-20076131’s=5
Beau's lines may also be a sign of a zinc deficiency. It's essential to see a physician before taking any supplements or attempting to manage Beau's lines.
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