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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Platonychia | |||
| synonyms = Flat nails | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Flat nails]] | |||
| complications = None specific | |||
| onset = Varies | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Genetic factors]], [[iron deficiency anemia]], [[liver disease]], [[thyroid disorders]] | |||
| risks = [[Family history]], [[nutritional deficiencies]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[medical history]] | |||
| differential = [[Koilonychia]], [[onycholysis]], [[onychomycosis]] | |||
| treatment = Addressing underlying causes, [[nutritional supplementation]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on underlying cause | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Platonychia''' is a medical condition characterized by flat nails. It is often associated with other nail abnormalities such as [[koilonychia]] (spoon nails), [[onycholysis]] (separation of the nail from the nail bed), and [[onychomadesis]] (shedding of the nails). | '''Platonychia''' is a medical condition characterized by flat nails. It is often associated with other nail abnormalities such as [[koilonychia]] (spoon nails), [[onycholysis]] (separation of the nail from the nail bed), and [[onychomadesis]] (shedding of the nails). | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Platonychia can be caused by a variety of factors. These include: | Platonychia can be caused by a variety of factors. These include: | ||
* [[Iron deficiency]]: This is the most common cause of platonychia. Iron deficiency can lead to a number of nail abnormalities, including platonychia. | * [[Iron deficiency]]: This is the most common cause of platonychia. Iron deficiency can lead to a number of nail abnormalities, including platonychia. | ||
* [[Trauma]]: Physical injury to the nail can cause it to become flat. | * [[Trauma]]: Physical injury to the nail can cause it to become flat. | ||
* [[Systemic disease]]: Certain systemic diseases, such as [[liver disease]] and [[kidney disease]], can cause platonychia. | * [[Systemic disease]]: Certain systemic diseases, such as [[liver disease]] and [[kidney disease]], can cause platonychia. | ||
* [[Nail biting]]: Chronic nail biting can lead to platonychia. | * [[Nail biting]]: Chronic nail biting can lead to platonychia. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of platonychia is flat nails. Other symptoms can include: | The primary symptom of platonychia is flat nails. Other symptoms can include: | ||
* [[Pain]]: Some people with platonychia experience pain, especially when pressure is applied to the nail. | * [[Pain]]: Some people with platonychia experience pain, especially when pressure is applied to the nail. | ||
* [[Discoloration]]: The nails may become discolored, often turning a yellowish or brownish color. | * [[Discoloration]]: The nails may become discolored, often turning a yellowish or brownish color. | ||
* [[Brittleness]]: The nails may become brittle and prone to breaking. | * [[Brittleness]]: The nails may become brittle and prone to breaking. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of platonychia is typically made through a physical examination of the nails. In some cases, a doctor may also order blood tests to check for underlying conditions that could be causing the platonychia. | Diagnosis of platonychia is typically made through a physical examination of the nails. In some cases, a doctor may also order blood tests to check for underlying conditions that could be causing the platonychia. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for platonychia depends on the underlying cause. If the platonychia is caused by iron deficiency, for example, treatment may involve iron supplements. If the platonychia is caused by a systemic disease, treatment will focus on managing that disease. | Treatment for platonychia depends on the underlying cause. If the platonychia is caused by iron deficiency, for example, treatment may involve iron supplements. If the platonychia is caused by a systemic disease, treatment will focus on managing that disease. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Nail disease]] | * [[Nail disease]] | ||
* [[Nail anatomy]] | * [[Nail anatomy]] | ||
* [[Nail conditions]] | * [[Nail conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Skin conditions]] | [[Category:Skin conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Nail conditions]] | [[Category:Nail conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:47, 4 April 2025
| Platonychia | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Flat nails |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Flat nails |
| Complications | None specific |
| Onset | Varies |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic factors, iron deficiency anemia, liver disease, thyroid disorders |
| Risks | Family history, nutritional deficiencies |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, medical history |
| Differential diagnosis | Koilonychia, onycholysis, onychomycosis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Addressing underlying causes, nutritional supplementation |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Platonychia is a medical condition characterized by flat nails. It is often associated with other nail abnormalities such as koilonychia (spoon nails), onycholysis (separation of the nail from the nail bed), and onychomadesis (shedding of the nails).
Causes[edit]
Platonychia can be caused by a variety of factors. These include:
- Iron deficiency: This is the most common cause of platonychia. Iron deficiency can lead to a number of nail abnormalities, including platonychia.
- Trauma: Physical injury to the nail can cause it to become flat.
- Systemic disease: Certain systemic diseases, such as liver disease and kidney disease, can cause platonychia.
- Nail biting: Chronic nail biting can lead to platonychia.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of platonychia is flat nails. Other symptoms can include:
- Pain: Some people with platonychia experience pain, especially when pressure is applied to the nail.
- Discoloration: The nails may become discolored, often turning a yellowish or brownish color.
- Brittleness: The nails may become brittle and prone to breaking.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of platonychia is typically made through a physical examination of the nails. In some cases, a doctor may also order blood tests to check for underlying conditions that could be causing the platonychia.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for platonychia depends on the underlying cause. If the platonychia is caused by iron deficiency, for example, treatment may involve iron supplements. If the platonychia is caused by a systemic disease, treatment will focus on managing that disease.
