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There are many myths surrounding those mysterious white spots on fingernails that occasionally show up, but the simple truth is that the majority of white spots on fingernails are caused by a previous injury to the nail bed. They can be loosely compared to bruises on the skin.
If you notice white spots, also known as leukonychia, on your nails, they are unlikely to have been caused by a vitamin or mineral deficiency. In a few cases, white spots on fingernails can indicate an underlying infection, but much more commonly, they are the result of injury. Similar to bruising, white spots on fingernails do not show up immediately. It may take several days or weeks before you notice the spots.
Because they are generally the result of a minor injury, you are likely to have forgotten all about banging your fingernail against the car door.
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What causes white spots in stain?
generally bleach is what causes white stains in clothing.
What causes white unraised horizontal lines on fingernails?
The white area in fingernails and hair are caused by air. That's why snow is white and not blue. Little bumps and bruises that are done to the bed of the nail cause these imperfections.
What are the white spots underneath your fingernails?
The white spots underneath your fingernails are something like eternal bleeding. It would be fungi growing underneath your finger, because you had hit your finger against something. For example, if you squeeze your finger in between a door the skin under neath your finger might rip causing fungi to grow from all of the bacteria.
Why do you have white spots on your fingernails only on your right hand?
Well first i think it only a coincident that there on your right hand. An the white spots are where you have hit your nail, you don't get as many if you have more calcium. Well that what I've been told!
What causes yellow spots on white laundry items?
bleach
Why do you have white spots on your fingernails?
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What deficiancy causes white spots in nails?
None. It is a ntural condition without pathological implication
Are the white spots on fingernails sign of zinc deficiency shaped like dots crescents or overall white cloudy appearance?
Many different things can cause the spots, but it is usually nothing to worry about. I have heard that you get a white mark if your nails is hit very hard in that spot, other rumors say that you get a white spot on your nails for everyday you eat unhealthily. Does anyone know for sure what they are caused by?
What are white tailed deer physical featuers?
it has white fur under its tail and they are very shy and they can be tan and have spots.
White spots on check and back shoulders?
Usually acne, but there are a number of causes. Ask your doctor if you are not sure.
Does drinking water get rid of white spots on nails?
No, The white spots under the nails are from lack of calcium. If you have these spots then try drinking milk more frequently, you can also try adding more cheese to your diet or eating yogurt.
Does a great white have spots?
Not a great white does not have spots
