Clinical presentation: Pitting, nonspecific onycholysis (lifting of the nail from the nail bed), hyperkeratosis (thick nails), and yellowish-brown spots under the nail plate should prompt ... ascopubs.org: A prospective randomized controlled trial of hydrating nail solution for prevention or treatment of onycholysis in breast cancer patients who received neoadjuvant/adjuvant ... A prospective randomized controlled trial of hydrating nail solution for prevention or treatment of onycholysis in breast cancer patients who received neoadjuvant/adjuvant ...

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Healio: VIDEO: Onycholysis highlighted at Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference for PAs & NPs VIDEO: Onycholysis highlighted at Fall Clinical Dermatology Conference for PAs & NPs Most patients with psoriasis have variable nail involvement with clinical manifestations, including irregular pitting, "oil spot" discoloration of the nail bed, and onycholysis. Additional secondary, ... How does one diagnose psoriasis of the nails? What is the best treatment?

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โ€”R.K. Crisssman, MD, Grand Rapids, Mich. Psoriasis of the nails can be clinically recognized by the presence of nail pits, ... Onycholysis happens when your fingernail or toenail separates from its nail bed. This condition is relatively common, especially with nail injuries, infections, exposure to harsh chemicals or moisture ...

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