Onychorrhexis
Ridges or splits in the fingernail or toenail
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Onychorrhexis (from the Greek words ὄνυχο- ónycho-, "nail" and ῥῆξις rhexis, "bursting"), is a brittleness with breakage of finger or toenails that may result from hypothyroidism, anemia, anorexia nervosa or bulimia, or after oral retinoid therapy.[1]: 786 It can also be seen in melanoma that involves the nail and onychomycosis.[2]
Other namesBrittle nails
| Onychorrhexis | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Brittle nails |
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| Onychorrexis in an adult | |
| Specialty | Dermatology  |
Onychorrhexis affects up to 20% of the population.[1]: 786 [3]