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How To Cure Discolored And Dis Trophy Nails ?

nail discoloration and dis-trophy age 34, height 6ft, weight 80kgs.I have this nail problem for about 2 years. i have consulted quite a few dermatologists in this concern but for no improvement. i am still getting breakages in the other nails.
Mon, 16 Jan 2012
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Hello john ;
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The problem of breaking of nails can be due to cold and dry weather;iron deficiency;hypothyroid;genetic;Raynaud's phenomena;etc.Please get investigated to find the reason in your case and even see if it is genetic by asking your family members.Once the cause is found you get treated for it.Till then for relief you can apply a regular cosmetic moisturizer and you will feel better.
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Hello,

Have you ever got your blood sugar checked, because nail problems occur due to many reasons. It may be due to diabetes or low levels of calcium. You may get your blood sugar checked and in the mean time you may take Calc-Flour 6x- 4 tablets, three times aday.

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Dr. Ritu Sandhu
Homeopathic Consultant and Physician
drritu4179@gmail.com
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How To Cure Discolored And Dis Trophy Nails ?

Hello john ; welcome to HealthcareMagic The problem of breaking of nails can be due to cold and dry weather;iron deficiency;hypothyroid;genetic;Raynaud s phenomena;etc.Please get investigated to find the reason in your case and even see if it is genetic by asking your family members.Once the cause is found you get treated for it.Till then for relief you can apply a regular cosmetic moisturizer and you will feel better. Thanks