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What Causes Abnormal Keratinisation Of Toe Nails?

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Posted on Mon, 23 Feb 2015
Question: sorry to post something that I'm sure is very simple, and probably even obvious... but on my right foot, big toe its very white, and everywhere that is white has an indented texture to it... very small amount on my left foots big toe... the rest of them are clear! not sure if this helps, but I am on my feet for 12-14 hours a day just at work 5 days a week.
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello

I have seen your clinical photo of toe .

There is abnormal keratinisation of toe nails.

You may need extra supplement like minerals and vitamins.
You can start them consulting your doctor.

If there is underlying deficiency blood test will help to detect it.

Eat fresh fruits, vegetables, salads.
Use good foot ware in which your foot is not compressed and not ventilated.
Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.



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What Causes Abnormal Keratinisation Of Toe Nails?

Brief Answer: Explained below Detailed Answer: Hello I have seen your clinical photo of toe . There is abnormal keratinisation of toe nails. You may need extra supplement like minerals and vitamins. You can start them consulting your doctor. If there is underlying deficiency blood test will help to detect it. Eat fresh fruits, vegetables, salads. Use good foot ware in which your foot is not compressed and not ventilated. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.