What Causes Ridges in Fingernails?
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Managing Fingernail Ridges
Fingernail ridges that need intervention and aren't addressed may lead to nail disfigurement or inhibited nail growth. If nail ridges are related to an underlying medical condition , that condition should be addressed first.
Make an appointment with a doctor once fingernail ridges appear, especially if they form quickly. Once a physician diagnoses the cause of the ridges, follow their recommended care plan. Continuing the doctor's care plan is essential to prevent possible complications.
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