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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Half and half nail | |||
| image = [[File:Lindsays_Nails_1.jpg|left|thumb|Half and half nails]] | |||
| caption = Half and half nails, also known as Lindsay's nails | |||
| synonyms = Lindsay's nails | |||
| field = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = Nails with a proximal white portion and a distal brown portion | |||
| complications = None directly from the nail condition | |||
| onset = Can occur at any age | |||
| duration = Persistent unless underlying condition is treated | |||
| causes = Often associated with [[chronic kidney disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Chronic kidney disease]], [[uremia]] | |||
| diagnosis = Clinical observation | |||
| differential = [[Terry's nails]], [[Muehrcke's nails]] | |||
| prevention = Managing underlying kidney disease | |||
| treatment = Addressing the underlying condition | |||
| prognosis = Depends on the underlying condition | |||
| frequency = Common in patients with chronic kidney disease | |||
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'''Half and half nail''', also known as '''Lindsay's nails''', is a medical condition characterized by a distinct appearance of the fingernails or toenails. This condition is often associated with [[chronic kidney disease]] and other systemic illnesses. | |||
==Presentation== | ==Presentation== | ||
Half and half nails are identified by a clear demarcation between two distinct color zones on the nail. The proximal portion of the nail, closest to the cuticle, appears white or light-colored, while the distal portion, towards the tip of the nail, appears darker, often reddish-brown. The division between these two zones typically occurs around the midpoint of the nail. | Half and half nails are identified by a clear demarcation between two distinct color zones on the nail. The proximal portion of the nail, closest to the cuticle, appears white or light-colored, while the distal portion, towards the tip of the nail, appears darker, often reddish-brown. The division between these two zones typically occurs around the midpoint of the nail. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
The exact cause of half and half nails is not fully understood, but it is commonly associated with [[chronic kidney disease]]. It is believed that the condition may result from changes in the vascular bed of the nail or from the accumulation of certain substances in the body due to impaired kidney function. Other potential causes include [[liver disease]], [[heart failure]], and [[diabetes mellitus]]. | The exact cause of half and half nails is not fully understood, but it is commonly associated with [[chronic kidney disease]]. It is believed that the condition may result from changes in the vascular bed of the nail or from the accumulation of certain substances in the body due to impaired kidney function. Other potential causes include [[liver disease]], [[heart failure]], and [[diabetes mellitus]]. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of half and half nails is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance of the nails. A thorough medical history and physical examination are essential to identify any underlying systemic conditions. Additional diagnostic tests may be conducted to evaluate kidney function and other potential causes. | Diagnosis of half and half nails is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance of the nails. A thorough medical history and physical examination are essential to identify any underlying systemic conditions. Additional diagnostic tests may be conducted to evaluate kidney function and other potential causes. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
There is no specific treatment for half and half nails. Management focuses on addressing the underlying condition, such as [[chronic kidney disease]] or other systemic illnesses. Improvement in the underlying condition may lead to normalization of the nail appearance over time. | There is no specific treatment for half and half nails. Management focuses on addressing the underlying condition, such as [[chronic kidney disease]] or other systemic illnesses. Improvement in the underlying condition may lead to normalization of the nail appearance over time. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The prognosis of half and half nails depends on the underlying cause. In cases related to chronic kidney disease, the condition of the nails may improve with effective management of kidney function. However, the appearance of the nails may persist if the underlying condition remains untreated or progresses. | The prognosis of half and half nails depends on the underlying cause. In cases related to chronic kidney disease, the condition of the nails may improve with effective management of kidney function. However, the appearance of the nails may persist if the underlying condition remains untreated or progresses. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Chronic kidney disease]] | * [[Chronic kidney disease]] | ||
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* [[Nail disease]] | * [[Nail disease]] | ||
* [[Onychomycosis]] | * [[Onychomycosis]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | {{Reflist}} | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
{{Commons category|Nails}} | {{Commons category|Nails}} | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs: Skin and subcutaneous tissue]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs: Skin and subcutaneous tissue]] | ||
[[Category:Nephrology]] | [[Category:Nephrology]] | ||
[[Category:Nail diseases]] | [[Category:Nail diseases]] | ||
{{medicine-stub}} | {{medicine-stub}} | ||
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| Half and half nail | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Lindsay's nails |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Nails with a proximal white portion and a distal brown portion |
| Complications | None directly from the nail condition |
| Onset | Can occur at any age |
| Duration | Persistent unless underlying condition is treated |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Often associated with chronic kidney disease |
| Risks | Chronic kidney disease, uremia |
| Diagnosis | Clinical observation |
| Differential diagnosis | Terry's nails, Muehrcke's nails |
| Prevention | Managing underlying kidney disease |
| Treatment | Addressing the underlying condition |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on the underlying condition |
| Frequency | Common in patients with chronic kidney disease |
| Deaths | N/A |
Half and half nail, also known as Lindsay's nails, is a medical condition characterized by a distinct appearance of the fingernails or toenails. This condition is often associated with chronic kidney disease and other systemic illnesses.
Presentation[edit]
Half and half nails are identified by a clear demarcation between two distinct color zones on the nail. The proximal portion of the nail, closest to the cuticle, appears white or light-colored, while the distal portion, towards the tip of the nail, appears darker, often reddish-brown. The division between these two zones typically occurs around the midpoint of the nail.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of half and half nails is not fully understood, but it is commonly associated with chronic kidney disease. It is believed that the condition may result from changes in the vascular bed of the nail or from the accumulation of certain substances in the body due to impaired kidney function. Other potential causes include liver disease, heart failure, and diabetes mellitus.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of half and half nails is primarily clinical, based on the characteristic appearance of the nails. A thorough medical history and physical examination are essential to identify any underlying systemic conditions. Additional diagnostic tests may be conducted to evaluate kidney function and other potential causes.
Treatment[edit]
There is no specific treatment for half and half nails. Management focuses on addressing the underlying condition, such as chronic kidney disease or other systemic illnesses. Improvement in the underlying condition may lead to normalization of the nail appearance over time.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis of half and half nails depends on the underlying cause. In cases related to chronic kidney disease, the condition of the nails may improve with effective management of kidney function. However, the appearance of the nails may persist if the underlying condition remains untreated or progresses.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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