Onychology deals with diseases of human nails, which is based on an assessment of the external condition of the nail plate. Small or significant deviations from the norm are a symptom of a disease.
The appearance of a healthy nail has a pinkish tint and a slight sheen. As a rule, the structure of the nail is transparent, so the nail bed is visible through it. The most common nail damage is fungus. Fungal damage is a pathology of the nails, in which the color of the plate can be white, yellow, greenish or brown (depending on the type of fungus).
Also, wavy nails on the hands can appear with a non-fungal lesion. Of course, damage to the nail platinum by various types of microbes can occur in public places (saunas, pools). An experienced doctor in the field of dermatology will help get rid of the unpleasant phenomenon. It is advisable to increase immunity so that the body becomes more resistant to a variety of viruses and bacteria.
In some diseases, the following symptom appears - wavy nails on the hands. The most common cause is various mechanical injuries. The nail of the thumbs is most often affected, since they are most active in the process of human activity. βWavesβ can have various parameters (number on the nail, depth of the hollows, length). They are most clearly visible if you look at the nail in profile. It should be noted that wavy nails on the hands are most noticeable if a decorative shade of bright shade is applied to them.
In some cases, wavy fingernails appear due to improper skin care around the nails. For example, deep cutting of the cuticle leads to the fact that the deformation of the nail plate begins. In this case, you need to contact a specialist who will perform high-quality manicure or pedicure, after which the nail will grow back to the correct shape.
The internal state of the body is reflected through various external systems of a person. For example, many diseases of the digestive tract and intestines negatively affect the condition of the skin, hair, teeth and nails. An insufficient amount of minerals, vitamins, oxygen, sleep, etc. also negatively affects.
If the pathology has a cosmetic reason, then it is advisable to conduct weekly procedures to strengthen and nourish the nail plate and the skin around it. For example, the best option is to perform various hand baths that soften the plate and give it the correct shape and structure. At the time of treatment, it is recommended to eliminate or reduce the number of contacts in household chemicals (washing powders, detergents), which can prolong the recovery process.
To maintain healthy hair and nails, you need to eat a balanced diet, lead an active lifestyle, monitor the health of the body, take care of all parts of the body (skin, nails, hair). All tools used to care for hands and nails should be regularly treated and cleaned, as if they penetrate small cracks and wounds of the microbe, an inflammatory process can occur and a serious disease can develop. For the same reason (various nail diseases transmitted through various objects) it is not recommended to visit public hairdressers. In this case, you must contact a medical institution where effective treatment will be prescribed.
Thus, constantly monitor the condition of your nails, since many diseases make themselves felt in the early stages, you only need to notice changes in the shade or structure of the nail. This will avoid serious transformations and complications.