Onycholysis is can cause pain or increase the risk of fungal and bacterial
infections in the affected area.
We explain why it occurs and how it is treated.
Onycholysis comes from the Greek "Onico", which means nail and lysis, which means
destruction.
It is a condition in which one or more nails are detached from the skin under them.
It can occur on both the hands and feet.
It is not considered serious.
However, it is true that it can be the symptom of potentially more severe disease.
Therefore, in this video, we explain why it can occur and how it is
treated.
Onycholysis is involves the nail plate
separating from the nail bed.
The nail is made up of hard and dead cells that contain keratin.
On the other hand, the nail bed is the connective tissue underneath,
connecting with the finger.
It is a fairly common disorder.
The reason is that it can have multiple causes from trauma or infection to systemic
diseases.
When this condition occurs and the nail begins to separate, its color varies.
This changes depending on what is the cause of the box.
For example, it can be a pay quite grey, green or yellow.
The problem is that this condition takes months to recover specifically.
It usually takes between four and six months for the nail to be complete again
in the case of the feet.
The time may be long until the nail is fully developed.
According to a publication by Dermnet NZ, the surface of the nail can also
vary with Onycholysis.
For example, it may be brittle, notched or have small dimples.
In addition, irregular and defined borders are usually distinguished between the
healthy area and the raised part.
In many cases it is painless, however, when the pain
appears, it can be a symptom of an inflammatory or acute injury.
Similarly, this lift can occur chronically or acutely.
Onycholysis is a very common condition.
The reason is that one of its causes is trauma.
Both a strong blow and repeated trauma can cause the nail to separate from the
skin.
For example, when someone squeezes their finger on a door
infections are another common cause, especially those that are due to
fungi, which are typical in the feet.
Candidiasis is one of the health problems most associated with this problem,
bacterial infections such as those caused by pseudomonas too.
Some people suffer.
Onycholysis due to a reaction to certain chemicals.
For example, it frequently appears when certain very aggressive nail polishes
or nail polish remover are used.
It can even happen due to an allergic reaction to them or another medication.
Among the serious diseases that can cause the nail to come off we find Psoriasis.
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease.
Onycholysis is one of the signs that is related to a more aggressive presentation.
Certain nutritional deficiencies such as vitamin or mineral deficiencies
can also lead to this problem, according to a publication by Sochiderm.
Other diseases such a systemic lupus erythematosus, iron deficiency
anemia and diabetes cause it.
Other causes are as follows:
Problems thyroid
Skin conditions such as like an planus,
alopecia areata and hyperhidrosis.
Drugs used in
chemotherapy and to hypertensive and retinoids.
Being continuously exposed to moisture and irritants.
Many people tend to
underestimate this problem or underestimate its relationship with other
pathologies.
However, Onycholysis can be a sign of a serious condition.
Therefore it is always advisable to consult a doctor, although it is not the
main cause, it predisposes to nail infections.
Both fungal and bacterial can spread and cause damage to the rest of the limbs.
If left untreated.
Treatment of Onycholysis will depend on the cause.
Therefore it is essential to carry out an adequate differential diagnosis.
In addition it is necessary to try that.
Once the nail has detached infections do not appear, the area
must be clean and disinfected.
It is not recommended to instill water under the nail when the cause of Onycholysis
is a fungal infection.
Antifungal drugs are recommended.
They are administered in the form of creams or ointments on the nail or finger.
Systemic diseases such as thyroid problems must be treated by a
specialist.
The idea is to stabilize the hormones.
If it is a vitamin or mineral deficiency, the approach is usually based on
modifying the diet or including supplements.
There are certain home remedies and care that can be beneficial for Onycholysis,
for example, the use of essential oils such as tea tree improves fungal
infections.
The reason is that tea tree oil has natural antifungal properties.
However, it should not replace any medical prescription.
Onycholysis can sometimes be prevented, especially those cases
that are associated with constant exposure to irritants or humidity.
It is important to wear gloves or suitable footwear.
Also, if you are going to play sports, it is not advisable to wear closed and
poorly breathable shoes for too many hours.
In addition, maintaining a complete and balanced diet is essential
in this way, nutritional iron deficiencies are avoided, for example,
on the other hand, it is necessary to try to keep the nails clean and cared
for and avoid frequent trauma to the area.
Anyone with thyroid disease or psoriasis should follow the treatment guidelines
established by a doctor.
If it still does not improve, it is important to check back.
Onycholysis is not serious but should not be neglected.
Onycholysis is a common condition that involves detachment of the nails from the
underlying skin.
It can occur from multiple causes such as trauma or irritants,
although it is often benign and self limited, it is also a symptom of other
pathologies such as psoriasis or nutritional deficiencies.
Therefore it is essential to monitor this condition and diagnose what the cause that has
caused it is.
In addition treatments are usually recommended to avoid an infection of the area that
complicates the evolution.