Nail splitting is a condition that causes mostly horizontal splits in the nail plate. Longitudinal splitting is called onychorrhexis – or ridging of the nail plate. The two almost similar conditions are called collectively as “brittle nail syndrome.”
This kind of disease is common to those who work as house cleaners, janitor/janitress, nurses, and hairdressers
Causes of Nail Splitting
- Frequent wetting and drying of the hands
- veruse of cosmetics for Nails
- Exposure to chemicals
- Accidents and traumas
- oral medications made from vitamin A
- Medical condition (e.g. including gland diseases, tuberculosis, Jorgen syndrome)
Symptoms of Nail Splitting
Pain in the nail bed
Appearance of single or numerous nail splitting
Loosening of nails in the growing area
Treatment for Nail Splitting
Lanolin Cream:
Apply topically in the nail plate at least 3 times a day
Petroleum Jelly:
Apply in affected area, also moisturizes the surrounding skin
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