Longitudinal streaks on nails of hands. Causes and Treatment, photos of children and adults. The diagnosis, as evidenced by

Longitudinal streaks appear on the nails in response to various negative factors, such as bad manicure or skin disease. In some cases, enough to hold a series of salon treatment, but sometimes treatment requires more serious action.

Why do stripes appear on the nails of hands

Longitudinal streaks on nails - common in people of different age categories. However, not all pay attention to the body's response and wait for the defect will disappear on their own. Bands are usually developed with small spots and gradually develop into different directions. In more serious diseases of the nail plate begins to deform and to acquire a wave shape.

Identify different causes of bands, some of them are insignificant factors and serious deviations:

1. Improper manicure, in particular damage to the cuticle area.
2. Unbalanced food intake, lack of vitamins, impaired metabolism, excessive consumption of carbohydrates, iron deficiency and vitamin B.
3. Disruption of the endocrine system. For this reason, the problem often occurs in people with obesity and diabetes patients.
4. Destructive processes in the nervous system.
5. Skin diseases.
6. Unsuccessful nail because chemicals destroy the structure of the plate.
7. Diseases of the stomach and intestines.
8. Circulatory problems.
9. Transferred stress or overexertion (psychological or physical).
10. Recently transferred a serious disease (jaundice, influenza, scarlet fever).
11. Injury of nails, which distorts the plate.

    

Keep in mind that changing the structure of the nail is not always a harbinger of disease. This phenomenon can be observed as a result of age-related changes and hormonal disruptions.

Types of diseases in which stripes appear on fingernails

The appearance of longitudinal stripes on the nail called Leukonychia. The pathology can be gradual with white spots or hitting bumps and place suddenly.

Diseases for which there is such a symptom, are diverse. The first group of pathologies is the nature of fungal infections of the nail plate. It may occur after the failed manicure, during infection from another person, if the patient has skin diseases such as psoriasis.

The characteristic symptom of fungal infections considered itching around the nail, brittleness and burning. In addition to white, the nails are painted in black. For dermatological problems also include infection lichen planus, the development of rheumatoid arthritis or gout.

As a result of chemotherapy and development of malignant tumors, the human body suffers from vitamin deficiency. For this reason, patients are often observed oncology line of white color. If the band gets a shade of blue, the root of the problem lies in liver disease.

The red band - the result of hemorrhage within the tissue of the nail. The reason is blockage of blood vessels and blood clots, which in turn appear along with problems of the cardiovascular system. When you see these bands first need to examine the heart.

White streaks often appear after injuries and shock (may be red), as a result of long-term diet or poor hygiene. If you also change the color of a person disturbs nothing, so the problem can be solved by proper nutrition and preventive methods.

The nails may appear yellow shade spots. This demonstrates the pathology of the liver and kidneys, vitamin deficiency, violation of the integrity of the nail matrix. Also yellow furrows may appear in response to the body's response after receiving specific medications, and smoking during prolonged working with chemicals.

The longitudinal strips on nails brown color can be formed as a result of injuries and bruises. In this case, no reason to worry. If the furrow appeared spontaneously, perhaps the reason lies in the adrenal pathology, hemochromatosis or arsenic poisoning. If the brown spot is growing rapidly and covers the entire surface of the nail, the cause may be a melanoma.

The most serious disorders are characterized by the appearance of black tubercles. The reason is many factors: diseases of the cardiovascular system, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, fungal diseases, arthritis, trichinosis, a reaction to the reception of medicines. In some cases, the black color indicates stagnation of blood clots under the nail, formed after the injury.

In old age, the appearance of black bars may be due to the development of atherosclerosis.

furrow formation of the nails can not be ignored, since it is often a signal of diseases of various body systems. Even if the bands had disappeared on their own, there is no guarantee that they will not appear again.

Diagnosis Education longitudinal stripes on the nails

The first diagnosis is a visual examination of the nail plate. Doctor scans the patient about other symptoms and causes, after which the nail began to buckle.

After the analysis of these studies are assigned:

• Analysis for fungal infection and other diseases of the nail plate;
• Nail biopsy, during which formed from strips taken little tissue for examination;
• general blood test to confirm or rule out other diseases;
• US viscera (focus liver);
• diagnosis of the state of the cardiovascular system as well as a change in nail color and furrows often appear due to heart problems.

Analysis for fungal infection of the nail plate and biopsy is carried out in dermatological clinics. Cost analysis of 820 rubles, a biopsy -. 500 rub. The cost of a full ultrasound of internal organs starts from 1500 rubles.

When to see a doctor

The longitudinal bands on the nails do not always signal a cosmetic problem, and can be a symptom of the defeat of the human body. For this reason, it is impossible to self-medicate and wait until the irregularities disappear.

In addition to the appearance of furrows should alert the patient of the following symptoms: changes in nail color plate, malaise, loss of hair, deterioration of concentration, irritability, headache. The first thing a patient is under consultation with a general practitioner, who appoints the general studies.

If the reason for the appearance of longitudinal stripes lies in the diseases of internal organs, the patient is sent to the reception to such skilled:

• gastroenterology;
• dermatologist;
• neurologist;
• infectious diseases;
• cardiologist;
• immunologist;
• endocrinologist.

Prevention of the formation of longitudinal stripes on the nails

To prevent fissures from external factors as prophylaxis is recommended to adhere to the following rules:

• to avoid mechanical deformation of nail plate and the skin around it;
• follow the general hygiene;
• use of footwear, visiting places with large crowds and common showers (beach, gym, sauna, swimming pool);
• manicure sterile instruments, carefully working with the cuticle, to avoid damaging the deep layer of the skin;
• wash their hands after visiting the streets and public transport;
• not biting his nails and cut them in time;
• choose the right size shoes;
• Avoid contact with corrosive acids, wear protective gloves when using household cleaning products;
• do not be nervous.

Methods of treatment of longitudinal stripes on the nails

Treatment is prescribed on the basis of the results and is complex therapy. In addition to the medicines you need to take vitamins which are assigned individually. However, in most cases Leukonychia delivers temporary cosmetic discomfort, which after some time passes independently.

Medications

The choice of therapy is based on the diagnosis. Depending on the cause of occurrence Leukonychia medicaments may be used for different groups of bodies.

antifungal	restorative	hepatoprotectors	Means to improve the performance of the heart
Nizoral. Available in cream form. It is widely used for the treatment of skin diseases and fungal infections. Nail plate is processed by 1 per day. The course of treatment for 2-4 weeks. Price from 385 rubles.	Vitamin B12 (methylcobalamin). It is produced in the form of tablets. It strengthens the immune system, nervous system, saturate the body with essential elements, increases physical endurance. The day should eat 1 tablet. Price from 430 rubles.	Kars. It is produced in the form of tablets. It is used to treat liver disorders. Used 2 times a day 2 tablets. The course of treatment up to 3 months. Price from 305 rubles.	Amiodarone, an antiarrhythmic drug. It is produced in the form of tablets. It is used for the treatment of cardiovascular pathologies of varying severity. The first 10 days are assigned to receive 1 tablet three times a day. Then, use 1 tablet a day. The duration of treatment, 25-40 days. Price from 96 rubles.
Clotrimazole. Effective anti-fungal agent, manufactured in the form of an ointment. The cream is applied to the affected area 2-3 times a day. The course of treatment for 3-4 weeks. Price from 50 rubles.	Biotin. Positive effect on the metabolism, strengthens the protective function of the body and renews vitamin balance. Apply 1 tablet per day. Duration of reception and at least one month. Price from 115 rubles.	Essentiale. Available in capsule form. Widely used for treatment of liver ailments. It applies to 2 capsules three times a day. Duration of not less than 3 months.	Vinoksin-vasodilators. Tablets are assigned to the normalization of the central nervous system as well as for strengthening the vessels. Apply 1 tablet twice a day. Duration of 15-20 days. Price from 170 rubles.
Lamisil. Available in the form of an ointment. It has a wide range of actions in the fight against fungal lesions of the skin and nails. Are on site 1-2 times a day. Duration lecheniya10-14 days. Price from 226 rubles.	Cardiomagnyl-blood-thinning drug used to treat cardiovascular diseases. Use 1 tablet a day. If the pathology is chronic, the drug is prescribed for long-term use. In other cases, treatment is about 3 months. Price from 160 rubles.

Traditional methods

Besides medication is not superfluous to strengthening the nail plate through the use of traditional medicine. The use of herbs and essential oils helps to strengthen and improve the nails.

1. Sea salt. To prepare the bath must be dissolved for 2 hours. l. sea ​​salt in 1 liter of warm water. If the patient is not allergic, it is recommended to add to the solution a few drops of essential oil (chamomile, lemon, sandalwood or tea tree). The hands are kept in the bath for 25 minutes, then soaking a towel and applied moisturizer.
2. Sea salt and baking soda. Both ingredient taken in equal proportions and dissolved in hot water. The fingers are kept in the solution for 15-20 min. The procedure is performed every day, components contribute to strengthening the nail plate and destruction of pathogenic bacteria.
3. Bath for nails using almond oil, bergamot, grapefruit and ylang-ylang. It is necessary to take 4 tbsp. l. almond oil and 6 drops of the remaining components. Hold fingers in the solution for about 25 minutes. It is recommended to repeat the procedure several times a week until full recovery.
4. The solution is based on oak bark and chamomile. Herbs taken in equal proportions, is poured boiling water and infused for 30 min. The procedure is repeated daily for 20 minutes. This broth has antiinflammatory and healing effect.

Other methods

Effective procedures to eliminate the longitudinal strips is paraffin. It helps to strengthen the nails, as well as a positive effect on the appearance of the skin. The procedure was carried out in the cabin environment, where the area of ​​brushes applied liquid paraffin and left for 20-30 minutes. At the expiration of the time structure of carefully removed from the hands.

The wax helps restore nails shine and smoothness. Recommends a course of 3-4 treatments. It should be remembered that after the paraffin for 14 days can not be painted with varnish nails.

Among the effective salon procedures emit polishing nails. To this end, the master takes a few special tools with abrasive tips. This way you can get rid of furrows in a few sessions (1 session per week).

However, experts do not recommend the use of polishing as a self-treatment. Ignoring integrated approach can lead to reappearance bands.

Stages of nail polish:

1. Specialist using abrasive nozzle gently removes the top layer is deformed.
2. Nail plate is polished by using a grinding sawing, which corrects unevenness.
3. When a soft polishing nozzle plate is formed smooth nail.
4. At the end of application of the protective agent and the therapeutic composition strengthens with keratin. If necessary, it can further be processed and the cuticle.

An additional method of treatment of longitudinal stripes on the nails is dieting. It is necessary to make the diet so that the food the body receives a sufficient amount of B vitamins, zinc and iron. Mandatory condition-drinking at least 2 liters of pure water per day.

such products should be included in the menu:

• groats (buckwheat, rice, millet, oatmeal);
• bread;
• vegetables (beets, cabbage, tomatoes), fresh herbs, fruit (apple, banana, apricot, kiwi, lemon);
• eggs;
• cheese and curd;
• lean meat;
• fish;
• dried fruits;
• nuts.

It is strictly forbidden to eat fatty and fried foods, fast food and a large number of sweets.

possible complications

Leukonychia often takes place without complications. If the time to identify the cause and begin treatment, the nail plate is restored in a short time, and the risk of re-bars will decrease by several times.

At advanced stages the nail can completely deformed. In this case, it is completely removed surgically. The new plate grows in a few months, but during that period it is necessary to monitor the recovery process, to make sure that the nail grows properly.

Healthy and well-groomed nails bring a person confidence. Therefore, the appearance of longitudinal stripes on the surface of the nail plate results in primarily an aesthetic discomfort.

People often do not pay attention to the uneven development, especially if the pathology disappears on its own. However, as a result of ignoring the similar symptoms the patient may not only lose the nail, but also miss the beginning of a serious illness.

Registration of the article: Mila Friedan

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