Ridges In Nails - Causes Of Nail Ridges And How To Treat Them

Ridges In Nails - Causes Of Nail Ridges And How To Treat Them
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Nail ridges are small indentations that start at the cuticle on the nail bed and can run both vertical and horizontal.
The direction and depth of those fingernail ridges point to different causes, so let's dive a little deeper.
So What causes vertical ridges in nails.
This is actually a really important distinction, because vertical fingernail ridges running from your cuticles to the tips of your nails are different than horizontal ridges running across your nails.
Usually, vertical nail ridges are a natural part of aging that happens because of a decrease in cellular turnover.
If the ridges are pretty deep and pronounced, and you're on the younger side, this could point to vitamin deficiencies or dehydration instead.
Vertical nail ridges aren't usually something to be concerned about, but horizontal ones are A whole different story.
So What causes horizontal ridges in nails.
Horizontal fingernail ridges are typically a bit deeper than vertical ridges and go across the nail bed from left to right.
Horizontal nail ridges also known as Beau's lines can be caused by a variety of underlying health conditions, like kidney disease, diabetes, or a thyroid condition, all of which should be checked out by your doctor.
Sometimes diseases such as the mumps or bacterial infections could even present themselves in horizontal nail ridges.
If a nail ridge pops up after an injury, like if you accidentally slammed it in a car door, it's likely nothing to stress over.
But if very deep vertical lines appear, it might be a good idea to get it checked out.
So How do you get rid of ridges on your fingernails.
If you're experiencing vertical nail ridges and would rather not, follow these tips for smoothing out those lines:
1.
Take a multivitamin.
If your nail ridges are due to vitamin deficiency, a multivitamin may be beneficial, but always consult your doctor before making any changes to your regime.
2.
Drink water.
Water is basically the answer to 99 percent of beauty questions, and this is no different.
Drinking lots of water and staying hydrated could actually prevent nail ridges from forming as a result of dehydration.
3.
Moisturize.
Another way to keep your nails healthy and hydrated or help them out when they're feeling particularly parched is with a little moisturizing.
Use nail and cuticle oils to help replenish your body’s natural oils and aid in the growing out process.
4.
See a doctor.
If you've tried all of the above and still aren't seeing any kind of improvement or more nail ridges are forming, make an appointment with a dermatologist for diagnosis and a custom treatment plan.
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