Brittle nails may be an indication of more serious issues
Posted on: 23/Sep/2015 6:26:39 PM
The state of your nails can say a lot about your health. Brittle nails can be a sign of unhealthy lifestyles or health disorders. Although weak nails can be a sign of using chemicals, detergents or nail polish, it may also be a sign of more serious issues.
One such condition may be hypothyroidism. This is when the thyroid glands that secrete thyroxine (T4) and triodothytonine (T3) become less active. This condition is common among women.
Brittle nails can also be an indication of anaemia - another condition that is common among women. Chronic anaemia also makes changes in the skin and nails. Vitamin B12 deficiency is another possible issue. This vitamin helps form tissues and blood cells. Vitamin B12 keeps a healthy nervous system.
One of the earlier signs of psoriasis is brittle nails. This is when the skin has raised or red patches along with silvery scales. Nail psoriasis is common with those who have skin psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. Signs of these are pitting of the nail plate, splinters, nail discolouration and brittle nails.
One of the most serious issues is liver related disease. Those who have liver cirrhosis, hepatitis B and hepatitis C experience changes in their nails.
