2024年10月11日 · White spots on nails, also known as leukonychia, are usually harmless but may indicate a medical condition. Dermatologists explain common causes and treatment.

White spots on your nails are a common condition and are generally harmless. They often appear after bumping or biting your nails, but they may have other causes, including fungi, allergies and certain medications. You may not need any treatment, or you may need to stop using products on your nails or take antifungal medications.

2024年4月22日 · The most common cause of white spots on the nail is injury, which can be prevented with proper nail care. Other possible causes are allergies to nail products and fungal infections. In rare cases, white spots on your nail can be a sign of a systemic illness or deficiency.

2024年12月24日 · White spots on your nails are often the result of a nail injury called leukonychia. Other potential causes include allergies, fungal infection, mineral deficiency, or heavy metal poisoning.

2024年3月18日 · What are those white spots on your fingernails? Leukonychia is usually harmless, but it can also signal vitamin deficiencies or illness. Here's how to treat it.

2021年4月21日 · White spots on fingernails, called leukonychia, can have a variety of causes—from small cosmetic issues to major, life-threatening illnesses. Luckily, it’s rarely the latter. While there are a few types, the most common one is called leukonychia punctata.

2023年11月1日 · White spots on fingernails are common and have many possible causes. These include minor trauma to the fingers, wearing nail polish for prolonged periods, fungal infections, low iron levels, kidney disease, or liver cirrhosis.

2023年8月17日 · White spots on fingernails or toenails are usually not a sign of anything serious. There are many reasons you can develop white spots, medically known as leukonychia. The discoloration can be...

2024年4月18日 · White spots can sometimes appear on the nail. Doctors may refer to this as “punctate leukonychia”. There are several types of leukonychia. This article discusses white spots on nails on the...

2023年1月6日 · White spots on nails, or ‘‘leukonychia,’’ is a common condition. It could be a fungal infection, allergy, or a serious medical condition. White spots on nails are caused by various reasons, from allergies to underlying health conditions. Treatment for white spots on nails depends on the cause.