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lady_ashes_26 · 08-24-2003, 12:58 AM

Just curious if any one else has ridges really bad in any of there finger nails?It is one of my nails on one hand and 3 on the other.On those nails they are a bit yellowish and are thick.Also they have no cuticle AT ALL.

Marti · 08-25-2003, 09:05 AM

Any change in the nail plate is a cause for concern - especialy if the nail plate is turning a yellowish color and becomming thicker. This is a classic symptom of some sort of fungal infection - including the ridging. When the nails become thicker, it is because the fungal spores are invading the spaces between the nail plate cells and the space between the nail plate and the nail bed. I would seek the advice of a dermatologist to prevent even further damage from occuring.

lady_ashes_26 · 08-25-2003, 06:21 PM

TY FOR ANSWERING ME!THATS WHAT I WAS AFRAID OF EXACTLY.I WILL HAVE TO GET TO A DERM. SOON I KNOW.IT IS VERY EMBERASSING!

naturalred1 · 08-26-2003, 10:13 PM

Also, next time you see your doctor - ask for a thyroid test. Hypothyroidism symptoms include nails that are ridged and brittle and break easily.