“When things look more uniform...those are concerning signs in terms of a possible medical condition,” Dr. Lal says. Other ...

This sight can be alarming, but doctors say it’s usually not much to worry about. White toenails, technically known as leukonychia, are pretty common for men, especially as they age, says Jay Wofford, ...

A 24-year-old white male presented with a 2-year history of changes to his nails. He stated that the white discoloration had never completely resolved but improved from time to time with the nails ...

The first possibility is punctate leukonychia (it’s not as serious as it sounds, promise!). “When white spots are located within the nail plate and cannot be scraped or removed easily ...

It turns out that these white spots – medically known as punctate leukonychia – can be triggered by a whole host of factors, but a nutrient deficiency isn’t likely to be one of them.

While less-than-perfect nails may not seem like a big concern, looks aren’t the only problem. Nail psoriasis can make it hard to do certain tasks that involve the fingernails, like grasping ...

Broken and brittle nails are not uncommon, but if you’re seeing white spots on your nails, also known as leukonychia, it’s understandable to be concerned. “Leukonychia is a condition where people get ...