Prevention of Nail Problems
Nails are basically made up of dead keratin tissues containing
fat and water. They are non-organic and do not conduct any
function. But they are prone to several problems such as turning
brittle, deformed, or getting exposed to various infections such
as fungus or algae.
There are various problems pertaining to the nail plate. Some of
them are as follows:
Brittle nail is a common problem that is caused by the loss of
fat and water, which in turn splits the cells thus making the
nail brittle and frail. To overcome this problem, there are a
number of remedies. It is safer to wear gloves or use a long
handled mop to prevent your hands from dipping into the water.
To avoid dehydration effect do not use nail remover often. Just
apply a single coat of nail polish to avoid using remover often.
Massage the base of the nail plate with a cream.
A hangnail is a problem that is caused due to a tear in the
cuticle or in the nail folds. These cuticles usually have a
tendency to stick to the nail plate and when the nails grow the
stretched part eventually tears. So constantly massage the
cuticles to keep them soft. Sometimes you may face the problem
of nail fold cracks. Do not pull off the splinter as it can
cause infection to the nail folds. If your toe nails are not
properly cut they lead to growing-toe problems. They penetrate
into the nailfold thus leading to swelling. So always keep the
nails in proper shape but do not cut them too short. Do not cut
them from the side.
Fungal infection is also a very happening illness of the nails.
Your nails are bound to look very disorderly, as they grow
thick, broken and discolored. They can be treated with
griseofulvin and ketoconazole for milder forms of illnesses. If
it is a severe form then approach a doctor.
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