Psoriatic onychodystrophy
Psoriatic Onychodystrophy
Psoriatic Onychodystrophy (pronunciation: so-ri-at-ic on-i-ko-dis-tro-fi) is a medical condition that affects the nails of individuals suffering from psoriasis. The term is derived from the Greek words 'psora', meaning 'itch', 'onycho', meaning 'nail', and 'dystrophy', meaning 'disorder'.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Psoriatic Onychodystrophy can vary, but often include nail pitting, onycholysis (separation of the nail from the nail bed), subungual hyperkeratosis (thickening of the skin under the nail), and nail dystrophy (abnormal nail growth).
Causes
Psoriatic Onychodystrophy is primarily caused by psoriasis, a chronic skin condition. It is not fully understood why psoriasis affects the nails, but it is believed to be related to inflammation in the nail bed and matrix.
Treatment
Treatment for Psoriatic Onychodystrophy typically involves managing the underlying psoriasis. This can include topical treatments, systemic medications, and light therapy. In severe cases, the affected nail may need to be removed.
Related Terms
- Nail pitting: Small depressions in the nails.
- Onycholysis: Separation of the nail from the nail bed.
- Subungual hyperkeratosis: Thickening of the skin under the nail.
- Nail dystrophy: Abnormal nail growth.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Psoriatic onychodystrophy
- Wikipedia's article - Psoriatic onychodystrophy
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