Onycholysis refers to the lifting of the nail plate either up from the underlying nail bed or in from the sides. Since it’s a pretty common occurrence, it’s a good idea to keep up on the three kinds of causes of this condition: external irritants, infections, or health problems.
Frequent contact to water: Clients who are housekeepers, work in the medical field, or are new parents may be irritated by repeated water contact and hand washing.
Psoriasis: The same skin condition that causes redness and flaking can also lead to lifting of the nail plate. Not only that, but the skin debris from psoriasis can collect under nails and actually thicken them.
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Fungi: Fungal infections like dermatophyte become a problem after trauma (like a badly stubbed toe or hurt finger) lifts the nail away from the bed and allows the fungus to enter in between the two.
Growths: Warts, usually on fingernails, can affect lifting, and nail biting only spreads the problem from finger to finger. Bony growths on feet can be a factor in onycholysis on toenails. Rarely, and usually in older individuals, a tumor underneath the nail can be the cause of nail lifting in older adults.
Candida: Chronic yeast infections paired with one of the aforementioned irritants can put a client at higher risk for their nail detaching from the nail bed.
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Medicine: Certain antibiotics like tetracycline, sulfa-related medicines like those sometimes used as diuretics or to treat diabetes, some antihistamines, chemotherapy drugs, and tranquilizers like Thorazine can produce lifting issues.
Lupus or similar disorders: Serious medical conditions like lupus can also be a factor in onycholysis. With 90% of lupus patients between the ages of 15 and 45 being women, lupus can be a big problem in salons.
The most important thing is to treat the cause of the problem–whether it be irritant, infection, or disorder. As a nail tech, you should stress the importance of pinpointing the initial reason for the issue, as nails can be an indicator of overall health. Advise your client to see her doctor or dermatologist for the problem. Those with a yeast infection or other fungal infection should seek the medical treatments necessary to eradicate them after consulting a doctor.
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At the salon, it is best to trim affected nails as short as possible. If it is likely one of the external irritants is the source of her nail’s lifting, let her know she should wear vinyl gloves (rubber or latex can exacerbate the problem) whenever possible to limit exposure to water and/or the need for repetitive hand washing. By avoiding contact with acidic foods or harsh soaps, she might also reduce her problem.
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Your nails may start to grow more quickly around the fourth month of pregnancy due to an insurgence of pregnancy hormones like estrogen.Onycholysis is when a person’s nail or nails detach from the skin underneath. Although not a serious health condition by itself, onycholysis can be a symptom of a potentially serious illness.
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It is important for a person to understand what onycholysis is and what it may mean so they can make informed medical decisions.
Onycholysis can last for several months and will typically correct itself when the nail fully grows out. Until then, the nail will not reattach to the skin beneath it.
Recovery time varies for onycholysis as it is largely dependent on nail growth. It is not uncommon for fingernails to take about 4 to 6 months to grow to a full size. Toenails may take up to 8 months.
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When a person has onycholysis, the nail will start to pull away from the nail bed beneath. A person may also notice the nail turns a different color. What color it changes to depends on what is causing the onycholysis.
Simply tapping nails repeatedly for a long time can cause the nail to separate from the skin. Injuries such as slamming a finger in a car door or stubbing a toe may also cause onycholysis.
If a person’s nails are detaching from the nail bed, it may be because of an underlying medical condition. If onycholysis cannot be explained by one of the more usual causes listed above, it may be one of the first symptoms of something more serious going on inside the body.
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The first step in treating onycholysis is to determine what is causing the nail to lift from the nail. Treating the correct condition will allow the nail to heal and reattach to the skin as it grows out again.
Injuries may not require much additional treatment. However, if the skin opened, it is important to keep the area clean and prevent infection. A person should take care not to clean under the nail, as the water may push bacteria or fungus deeper under the nail.
Fungal Infections require antifungal medication to heal the underlying infection. Typically, fungus medication is administered through medicated creams and ointment applied near or on the nail.
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Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition characterized by red, scaly patches on the skin. In some cases, psoriasis flares can affect the nails.
Nails affected by psoriasis may turn an ashy color and detach from the nail bed underneath. Psoriasis is typically treated with topical creams, creams, biologics, systemics, and phototherapy.
Vitamin and mineral deficiencies are often treated with dietary changes. In some cases, a doctor may prescribe or recommend supplements. A person with brittle or detaching nails may be required to take iron supplements to help the nails regain strength.
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Home remedies that may help onycholysis include a range of essential oils. There is some evidence that tea tree oil can help treat fungus infections. Often combined with a carrier oil, tea tree oil has natural antifungal properties and might mean a person does not have to seek further treatment.
No matter the cause, it is important for a person to follow a doctor’s instructions on how to treat the underlying condition. Failing to treat the underlying cause fully may result in onycholysis worsening or recurring.
No matter the cause, it is possible that further treatment will be needed to fight off the infection. A person should see his or her doctor as soon as possible once the symptoms start.
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Failing to treat the underlying cause may result in further medical complications or the nail failing to heal. It is important to follow a doctor’s recommendations to ensure the underlying condition is treated correctly.
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