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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Pincer nail | |||
| synonyms = Trumpet nail, Omega nail | |||
| specialty = [[Dermatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Nail deformity]], [[Pain]], [[Discomfort]] | |||
| complications = [[Infection]], [[Ingrown nail]] | |||
| onset = Varies | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[Arthritis]], [[Psoriasis]], [[Fungal infection]], [[Medication side effects]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[Family history]], [[Footwear]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical examination]], [[Medical history]] | |||
| differential = [[Onychogryphosis]], [[Onychomycosis]], [[Paronychia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Nail trimming]], [[Orthonyxia]], [[Surgical intervention]], [[Topical treatments]] | |||
| medication = [[Antifungal agents]], [[Corticosteroids]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies, often manageable with treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Pincer Nail''' is a medical condition characterized by a transverse over-curvature of the nail plate. The condition can be either congenital or acquired. The acquired form is more common and can be associated with systemic diseases, such as psoriasis and systemic lupus erythematosus, or can be caused by mechanical factors. | '''Pincer Nail''' is a medical condition characterized by a transverse over-curvature of the nail plate. The condition can be either congenital or acquired. The acquired form is more common and can be associated with systemic diseases, such as psoriasis and systemic lupus erythematosus, or can be caused by mechanical factors. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of pincer nails is unknown. However, it is believed that the condition may be related to a variety of factors, including: | The exact cause of pincer nails is unknown. However, it is believed that the condition may be related to a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Genetic predisposition]] | * [[Genetic predisposition]] | ||
* [[Psoriasis]] | * [[Psoriasis]] | ||
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* [[Trauma]] | * [[Trauma]] | ||
* [[Mechanical factors]] | * [[Mechanical factors]] | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The main symptom of pincer nails is the abnormal curvature of the nail plate. This can cause discomfort and pain, especially when wearing shoes. Other symptoms may include: | The main symptom of pincer nails is the abnormal curvature of the nail plate. This can cause discomfort and pain, especially when wearing shoes. Other symptoms may include: | ||
* [[Pain]] | * [[Pain]] | ||
* [[Discomfort]] | * [[Discomfort]] | ||
* [[Inflammation]] | * [[Inflammation]] | ||
* [[Infection]] | * [[Infection]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for pincer nails depends on the severity of the condition. In mild cases, conservative treatment such as regular nail trimming and the use of protective footwear may be sufficient. In more severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary. Treatment options include: | Treatment for pincer nails depends on the severity of the condition. In mild cases, conservative treatment such as regular nail trimming and the use of protective footwear may be sufficient. In more severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary. Treatment options include: | ||
* [[Nail trimming]] | * [[Nail trimming]] | ||
* [[Protective footwear]] | * [[Protective footwear]] | ||
* [[Surgical intervention]] | * [[Surgical intervention]] | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Nail diseases]] | * [[Nail diseases]] | ||
* [[Nail disorders]] | * [[Nail disorders]] | ||
* [[Nail abnormalities]] | * [[Nail abnormalities]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Dermatology]] | [[Category:Dermatology]] | ||
[[Category:Nail diseases]] | [[Category:Nail diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:40, 3 April 2025
| Pincer nail | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Trumpet nail, Omega nail |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
| Symptoms | Nail deformity, Pain, Discomfort |
| Complications | Infection, Ingrown nail |
| Onset | Varies |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Genetic predisposition, Arthritis, Psoriasis, Fungal infection, Medication side effects |
| Risks | Age, Family history, Footwear |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, Medical history |
| Differential diagnosis | Onychogryphosis, Onychomycosis, Paronychia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Nail trimming, Orthonyxia, Surgical intervention, Topical treatments |
| Medication | Antifungal agents, Corticosteroids |
| Prognosis | Varies, often manageable with treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Pincer Nail is a medical condition characterized by a transverse over-curvature of the nail plate. The condition can be either congenital or acquired. The acquired form is more common and can be associated with systemic diseases, such as psoriasis and systemic lupus erythematosus, or can be caused by mechanical factors.
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of pincer nails is unknown. However, it is believed that the condition may be related to a variety of factors, including:
- Genetic predisposition
- Psoriasis
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- Onychomycosis
- Trauma
- Mechanical factors
Symptoms[edit]
The main symptom of pincer nails is the abnormal curvature of the nail plate. This can cause discomfort and pain, especially when wearing shoes. Other symptoms may include:
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for pincer nails depends on the severity of the condition. In mild cases, conservative treatment such as regular nail trimming and the use of protective footwear may be sufficient. In more severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary. Treatment options include:
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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