Nail disease
Nail Disease
Nail disease or onychosis (pronunciation: /ɒnɪˈkoʊsɪs/) is a broad term that encompasses a variety of conditions and abnormalities that affect the nails. These conditions can occur on the fingernails or toenails and can be a sign of a more serious health condition.
Etymology
The term "onychosis" is derived from the Greek word "onyx" which means nail and "-osis" which is a common ending in medical terminology that indicates a disease or abnormal condition.
Types of Nail Disease
There are many types of nail diseases, including:
- Onychomycosis (pronunciation: /ˌɒnɪkoʊmaɪˈkoʊsɪs/): This is a fungal infection of the nails. It is the most common nail disease and can cause the nails to become discolored, thickened, and brittle.
- Paronychia (pronunciation: /ˌpærəˈnaɪkiə/): This is an infection of the skin around the nails. It can be caused by bacteria, fungi, or yeast.
- Onycholysis (pronunciation: /ˌɒnɪˈkɒlɪsɪs/): This is a condition where the nail separates from the nail bed. It can be caused by injury, infection, or certain medications.
- Onychogryphosis (pronunciation: /ˌɒnɪkəˈɡrɪfəsɪs/): This is a condition where the nails become thickened and curved, resembling a ram's horn. It is often seen in the elderly or those with poor circulation.
Related Terms
- Nail bed: The skin underneath the nail plate.
- Nail plate: The hard part of the nail, made of keratin.
- Cuticle: The skin at the base of the nail.
- Nail fold: The skin that frames each nail on three sides.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Nail disease
- Wikipedia's article - Nail disease
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